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Object Number 985-27-10/59347
Display Title Beaded Shoulder Bag
Descriptions
Object Description Ceremonial game bag. Bag is square w/ long, wide strip of cloth on each side. Beaded panel on front and on strap. Floral and geometric. 81.6x28 cm.
Inventory Description Square bag, floral beadwork, backed w/ wool, cotton, 2 strips w/ beadwork, clo
Classification
  • Bag
Department Ethnographic
Date 19th century
Culture
  • Omaha
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States
Dimensions Overall: 86.1 x 28 cm (33 7/8 x 11 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 985-27-10/59347
Provenance
Collector William Radcliff Morris (1878-1893 - 1930)
Collector William H. Claflin, Jr. (1930)
Donor William H. Claflin, Jr. (1985)

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