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Medieval Manuscript Unusual Figures

A beaded bag with animal imagery most likely inspired by medieval manuscript illustrations. The spotted animals may be cats, dogs or strange animals. See similar imagery here and here. 

The first photo shows the purchased bag, second photo is after restoration & addition of frame. 

Collection of Kathy Gunderson

Details

Date: 1920s

Materials: Glass Beaded

Provenance: Unknown

Designer/Maker: Unknown

Markings: Unknown

Dimensions: Unknown

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