$3,500.00
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Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Hand Crafted from Hide Leather and Glass Seed Beads and with Fringe
In Very Good Condition
Plains Beaded Hide Bow and Quiver Case is a traditional Native American accessory from the Great Plains tribes, used to carry a bow and arrows. These sets, often called bow cases and quivers, were essential for hunters and warriors, combining functionality with intricate artistry.
Typically made from tanned hide (such as deer, buffalo, or elk), the bow case is a long, cylindrical or tapered pouch that protects the bow, while the attached quiver holds arrows. They are usually connected and worn over the shoulder with a broad strap or bandolier. The "beaded hide" aspect highlights elaboratem glass beadwork (often in geometric patterns using colors like red, blue, white, yellow, and black), fringes, trade cloth (e.g., red wool), brass buttons, tin cones, or quillwork for decoration. Some feature otter fur or ermine tails for prestige.
