Vintage Native American Beaded Leather Strap Rings Iroquois Great Lakes Style
Vintage Native American Beaded Leather Strap Rings - Iroquois Great Lakes Style. This is a beautiful vintage Native American beaded strap, likely dating to the mid-20th century. The piece features intricate beadwork on a supple base.
The beading technique appears to be a combination of lane stitch and lazy stitch, creating a durable and visually striking pattern. The design is a classic geometric style, common among tribes of the Great Lakes and Eastern Woodlands regions. The central design consists of repeating rectangular blocks of white, red, and yellow glass seed beads, flanked by solid rows of dark green beads. The colors are traditionally symbolic in many Native American cultures. White: Purity, spirit, or winter.Red: Life, earth, or passion. Yellow: The sun, dawn, or corn. Green: The earth, nature, or renewal. The strap measures approximately 26.5 inches in length and 0.75 inches in width. One end of the strap is finished with a metal ring, and the other with a leather tie, suggesting it was used as a decorative or functional element on a bag, pouch, or other item.
While this piece came from a collection of Native American items, it does not have a specific history or provenance. The style and craftsmanship are consistent with pieces from the Iroquois or Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) traditions, though this is an informed observation, not a definitive identification. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of authentic Native American handiwork, perfect for collectors of tribal art, beadwork, or unique historical items. The colors are vibrant and the piece is in good condition, showing age and character consistent with a vintage item. Please see the photos for the condition and more details. Writing on item packages such as pricing or condition is most likely old and out of date, so please ignore it. Any weights or measurements are approximate. I know of a few instances when it is not, so if it seems high, message us, and we will review it for you.