March in Montana Auction
Live Auction

March in Montana 2023 Session II

Sat, Mar 18, 2023 01:00PM EDT
Lot 520

Northern Plains Beaded and Quilled Pipe Bag

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Northern Plains Beaded and Quilled Pipe Bag 36" overall x 7" at widest point. Nicely beaded in geometric designs, accented with 8" of fringe and a horsehair stuff tin cone drop. 19th century. Framed under glass. $3,000-5,000

Condition

Beadwork shows loss of one lane of beads on the side visible. Quillwork shows some losses and breakage. Some discoloration visible on fringe, but it appears to be soft and supple.