Lot 230
Native American Beaded Chanupa Pipe Bag
Live — closing Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
- Estimate
- $600–$1,000
- Starting bid
- $180
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About this lot
Dimensions: Approx. 18 x 5 in.
Condition: Skin has Some Dirt Marks
Additional Information: This Native American beaded chanupa pipe bag is far more than a carrying pouch—it is a vessel of tradition, prayer, and identity. Meticulously adorned with intricate beadwork, it reflects the skill, symbolism, and spiritual artistry passed down through generations. Designed to hold the sacred chanupa pipe, this bag would have been treated with deep reverence, used in ceremonies where words are offered to the spirit world and intentions are carried on smoke and breath. Every stitch and pattern speaks to cultural resilience and the enduring strength of Indigenous traditions that have survived centuries of change. As both a functional object and a work of sacred art, it stands as a powerful reminder of connection—between people, spirit, and the land itself.
Lot details
- Lot
- 230
- Category
- Historical Objects › Field Gear › Early Technology
- Estimate
- $600–$1,000
- Starting bid
- $180
- Bids
- 0
- Bidding closes
- Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
