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Premier Auction - Session II - September 16, 2023

Sat, Sep 16, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1162

Plateau Twined Corn Husk Bag

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

20th century, with false embroidery geometric design in cotton or wool on one side, stylized trees on the other, silk edging at top, remnants of ribbon handles, 15 x 11 in.; together with two late 20th century beaded bags, 5 x 6 in; 14 x 7 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Virginia

Condition

corn husk bag with vivid color, very sturdy and supple, overall handling wear, "tree" side with staining or mildew, missing handles; beaded bags with wear, grime, missing beads

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Private Collection, Virginia