Multi-use Bag by Linda Pritchard

Traditional quillwork makes a visually stunning addition to any collection of frontier art. Renowned quill artist Linda Pritchard created a unique multi-use bag inspired by Native American false flap shot bags. Pritchard’s recreation is suitable for a living history event but will also accommodate a pair of glasses or a cell phone. This diminutive bag is made from brain-tanned deerskin with an interior lining of blue wool. The bag is further decorated with dyed porcupine quills and deer hair tufts.

Linda Pritchard: lpritch@columbus.rr.com

Text by Joshua Shepherd
Photography by Gordon Barlow/Katie Horn