thread-sewn in panels with red white-heart, greasy yellow, cobalt, and light blue beadwork. Design of pronged stepped diamonds on chest, stepped triangles along sides, and three stacked, stepped diamonds on back. Red wool edging, four button closure, finished with fringe, length 17.25" x chest 32". This vest was collected by Dr. Robert Coleman James (1865-1920), an obstetrician at Belleview Hospital in New York City, an avid traveler and sporting enthusiast. During numerous trips to the western United States and Canada, he became friends with members of the Cree Nation, including Chief Piapot. Provenance: Ex Robert Coleman James Collection Condition: Loss of fringe, hide slightly stiff, some soiling on back.
thread-sewn in panels with red white-heart, greasy yellow, cobalt, and light blue beadwork. Design of pronged stepped diamonds on chest, stepped triangles along sides, and three stacked, stepped diamonds on back. Red wool edging, four button closure, finished with fringe, length 17.25" x chest 32". This vest was collected by Dr. Robert Coleman James (1865-1920), an obstetrician at Belleview Hospital in New York City, an avid traveler and sporting enthusiast. During numerous trips to the western United States and Canada, he became friends with members of the Cree Nation, including Chief Piapot. Provenance: Ex Robert Coleman James Collection Condition: Loss of fringe, hide slightly stiff, some soiling on back.
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