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Great Lakes Midewiwin Otter Bag, Potawatomi, c. 1870s, otter pelt medicine bag, paws and tail decorated with beads in multicolored floral devices, edged with red trade cloth, together with brass hawk bells, lg. 33 in. Estimate $3,000-4,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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Date:
2018-05-05

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