Beaded Maliseet / Maritime Bag
BD 2578
A wonderful Maliseet/Maritime beaded bag with a Victorian brass frame and puffy velvet sides, c. 1870. Instead of sewing the two sides together in the usual fashion, sometimes Native beadworkers would attach them to Victorian velvet bags and frames, such as was done here. Excellent condition, and very unusual and striking beadwork patterns. 8 3/4" x 8 1/4".
Some of the finest and most beautiful American beadwork was done by the Woodlands Indians of New York, New England and Canada in the years before 1880. Using some of the smallest beads available, these painstakingly created pieces are filled with lovely designs and images. The bags, moccasins and hats here are some of the finest pieces available. The bags often have different designs on each side, so please call or email with any questions.