Each bag is decorated with a band of beadwork, long fringe along the bottom edge, and a few beads on the leather drawstring around the top of the bag.
These beaded leather bags by Native American artist Kevin D. Fast Horse, Oglala Lakota Nation member, are recreations of early American Indian Medicine Bags, traditionally used for holding dried medicinal herbs. These healing herbs were said to be used "to reduce the discomforts of everyday life".
Each bag is signed by the artist.
Price is per bag.
Available in large or small size. Styles and colors vary.
Dimensions:
Small Bag: Length 4 1/2 inches | Width 2 2/3 inches
Large Bag: Length 5 3/4 inches | Width 3 1/2 inches
*Note: All measurements are approximate.
I purchased this product as a Christmas gift for my son. He wanted something made by an actual Native American. I was very pleased with the handiwork and the bio of the gentleman that made it. My son was pleased and will have it as a keepsake.
The leather is delightful and the beadwork is wonderful. The ONLY reason I didn't give it 5 stars is the drawstrings are very short. Every other medicine bag I have had or friends have, have longer strings to allow for it to be worn around the neck. So, I'm actually giving it 4.5 stars.
