Description:

Native American, Northeastern United States New York / Canada, Ontario, Iroquois people, ca. 1890s to 1910s CE. A beaded cloth whimsey or pin cushion in the shape of a Victorian ladies' heeled boot. The form is sewn from red cotton and is probably stuffed with sawdust or potpourri. Iroquois women turned traditional sewing skills into a livelihood, and a robust cottage industry sprung up around tourist attractions such as Niagara Falls and other sites near Native communities. These whimsical beaded pieces were sold as unique souvenirs and novelty items. Mounted in a modern frame and ready to display. Size of whimsey: 8" L x 5" W (20.3 cm x 12.7 cm); frame: 18" L x 3" W x 22" H (45.7 cm x 7.6 cm x 55.9 cm)

Provenance: private Lumberton, Texas, USA collection, acquired before 2010

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  • Condition: Professionally mounted in a modern frame under glass and not examined outside of frame. Loose beads are caught in the bottom of the frame. Loose thread dangling from toe and heel, and small perforations through cloth near toe and ankle.

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