332: A NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN PLATEAU TRIBE BEADED BAG

The large square bag beaded on one side and backed with commercially tanned hide is lined in printed cotton and likely dates to the third quarter of the 20th century.
Measures 15.25 x 13.5 inches not including the handle.
Very good condition, noting stain to the back side. There are no issues of damage, loss or beadwork repair.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$300 - $500