Minneapolis Institute of Art

Parfleche

Apsáalooke (Crow) artist

Date

1890–1910

Medium

Animal hide, pigment

Culture

Apsáalooke (Crow)

Department

Arts of the Americas

Institution

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Rawhide containers, commonly known as parfleche, were created by all tribes of the Plains region for use as storage containers. These objects were constructed and painted by women, who were taught the designs by previous generations. Each tribe used specific designs and color. Painted abstract designs on parfleche are similar to those that appear on beaded items. Apsáalooke (Crow), United States, Americas

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