Nez Perces cornhusk purse
made out of cornhusk, 4-ply Germantown wools, old purple stroud and black silk
8 7/8” w x 9 1/4” h
excellent condition (handle, made out of silk, remains but is in fragile condition)
circa 1890s
(B0979)
$1500.
(Plateau)
The Nez Perces Indians lived in Idaho, Washington State, and adjoining areas of Canada. They were migratory and were horse traders
to the Plains Indians.
The basketry they wove were used in utilitarian and ceremonial ways. Naturally, being migratory, they made great use of twined bags.
This is a beautiful example and is in original remarkable condition.
Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC
520 East 72nd Street, Suite 2C
New York, New York 10021
(by appointment only)
