Match Holder, Native American beaded 1909

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Beaded match holder 1909
Beaded match holder 1909
Title
Beaded match holder 1909
Creation Date
1909

Dimensions

8.5" H x 6.5" W

Description

Beaded match holder created by Native American bead artists for the tourist trade.  Orange-tan fabric with yellow and brown beading.  Two pockets have a three-petal flower design.  The top has the same design with wheat.  A double row of white beads has the date 1909.  Loops of gold and turquoise beads hang from the bottom.  The back is a solid red fabric.


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