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Early Iroquois Beaded Whimsical Collection c.19thC

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Early Iroquois Beaded Whimsical Collection c.19thC
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Included in this lot is a set of three Iroquois Native American Indian beaded accessories, including; a double sided woman's beaded felt purse, a beaded pin cushion, and what appears to be a topper or padded, beaded toy. These items originate from the Finger Lakes region of upper New York state, from the late 19th century. The purse is mainly constructed of dark brown felt, with an accenting tan braided border, and a floral motif with polychrome trade seed beads including transparent greasy yellow, sky blue, Cheyenne pink, chalk white, and more. The pin cushion is made primarily of tan trade cloth, cut into the shape of a heart, and showing polychrome transparent butterfly's. The last piece appears to be a trade cloth whimsical toy, in the shape of a chicken, and also showing a floral motif, and eccentric trade seed bead patterns. The lot shows fair-good condition, with the pin cushion showing wear from usage, and the purse being in good condition with minimal bead loss. The purse measures 6 1/2" x 6 1/2".