Hand-Beaded Leather Drawstring Pouch – Cranbrook, British Columbia Provenance

A distinctive handcrafted soft leather pouch decorated with colourful seed-bead work, including a five-petal floral motif and flowing curved border in red, blue, white, green and purple.

This piece was purchased directly from an elder in Cranbrook, British Columbia. The specific maker, age and Indigenous community have not been documented, so I would not attribute it to a particular First Nation or describe it as a medicine or ceremonial pouch without further provenance. That keeps the listing accurate while still preserving the history you know.

Details

• Handcrafted leather pouch
• Soft tan leather / hide
• Hand-applied seed-bead decoration
• Floral motif with curved multicolour border
• Leather tie / drawstring closure
• Hand-laced construction
• Purchased from an elder in Cranbrook, BC
• Maker and exact age unknown
• Attractive Indigenous-style Canadian folk-art collectible

Condition

Pre-owned vintage condition with visible age and use wear.

The leather shows creasing, surface wear, darkened areas and some dryness. The ties show wear and there is some fraying and deterioration around the upper edges and lacing. Beadwork appears largely intact from the supplied photographs.

Please review all photos carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Pickup and Shipping Information

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