Nez Perce Corn husk bag
Historical artifact -- Bag
Identifier:
D135
Description
Woven Nez Perce corn husk bag. The bag has two designs alternating twice. One design is two golden diamonds, outlined in purple, with a red cross in the middle with a purple center. The next design has a red line with a red square at the center. There are flower-like designs extending from either side of the line at the top and bottom. The center of the red square has a purple hexagon with black and white outline and a white cross in the center. The red square has two yellow lines protruding diagonally from the top and bottom. Both designs are symmetrical. Near the bottom there is a red line around the circumference. The top of the bag has a blue border with bells, beads and shells hanging from the top. The trade beads include red and blue "Russians," Blackfoot "White hearts," white "bugle" shells, and bells.
