jun 20, 1850 - Bandolier Bag

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beadwork on leather
Lenape (Delaware tribe, Eastern woodlands)
Based on bags carried by European soldiers that held ammunition, stylistic differences
Seed Beads= tiny glass beads, acquired by trade w/ europeans
Silk ribbons= acquired by trade
Abstract yet symmetrical
"prairie style" a floral motif against a dark background
part of an elaborate, ceremonial costume, not for practical use (doesn't hold stuff)

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