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Beaded pincushion

Artist KarenLyne Hill (Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), Onondaga, Snipe Clan)

Date2011

MediumGlass beads, cloth

Dimensions6” L x 6 1/4” W

Signed“KLH” on back

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object numberNA2011.53.LMA

DescriptionTrilobe heart pincushion in maroon velvet decorated mostly with pearlized clear beads. Central floral design has a central circle and five petals, each with a circular floret. At bottom is 2011. On each side are four bead loops. At top is a circlet with a large red faceted bead at the center. The designs have a complex bead surround and the edge has numerous bead loops. A larger faceted clear bead accents ends of loops and centers of circles. Plain muslin back.

ClassificationsPersonal Accessories

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