Vintage Handmade Native American Sioux Pictorial Beaded Leather Pipe Bag 1800s

This striking vintage leather pipe bag features beautiful hand-applied glass seed beadwork with colorful floral and geometric designs on both sides. Crafted from soft leather with a drawstring closure and long leather fringe, it is a wonderful example of traditional Plains-style craftsmanship and makes an impressive addition to any Native American art or Western collection. Measurements: Approximately 17" long including the leather fringe Approximately 10" long excluding the fringe Approximately 3 wide Features: Vintage beaded leather pipe bag / pouch Intricate hand-sewn glass seed beadwork Colorful floral design on the front Geometric medallion design on the reverse Soft genuine leather construction Long leather fringe Drawstring closure Excellent display piece for collectors Condition: Good vintage pre-owned condition with expected age-related wear. The leather has developed a rich natural patina and remains soft and supple. There are areas of bead loss and some loose beadwork, along with light wear to the fringe, all consistent with age and use. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description. Keywords: Sioux, Sioux pipe bag, Sioux beadwork, Native American, Plains Indian, beaded leather pouch, medicine bag, tribal art, Western decor, Southwestern decor, handmade beadwork, glass seed beads, leather fringe, folk art, ethnographic collectible, rustic decor, vintage collectible, Native American art, leather bag, antique style.

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