Placket and Cuffs, late 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Placket and Cuffs, late 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Placket and Cuffs, late 1800s. In the 1800s, native peoples began to use European fabrics to fashion fine formal garments; they favored sturdy cloth, such as velvet and wool broadcloth, which provided support for heavy decorative beadwork that was added by hand. Often the fabric was a dark colour, providing dramatic contrast for the multicoloured beads. Rather than encrusting the entire garment, beadwork was confined to cuffs, " epaulettes, " bib-like plackets and yokes, rectangular panels sewn to leggings, shirts, and dresses, and the like
Media ID 19638195
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Cotton Cree Garment Ojibwe Velvet
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.