Sioux Beaded Hide Moccasins

Sioux Beaded Hide Moccasins
fourth quarter 19th century

thread and sinew-sewn; tongue-less, having cuffs edged in wool and cotton twill; vamps beaded with colors of red white-heart, white, greasy yellow, dark blue, and pea green; remnants of green pigment near sole; interior lined with patterned cotton

length 10-1/2 inches
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report: Hide is pliable, light scattered bead loss. Older repair along lower seam - thread used in repair shows evidence of wear.