Description: Native Americans in the border regions between Canada and the United States produced beaded tourist souvenirs that are known as Whimsies. They shaped beads and fabric into novelty mementos. These souvenirs took the shape of purses, pillows, needle cases and pincushions. This Antique Whimsy Pincushion is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsies created at the turn of the 20th century. This unique heart shaped whimsey shows wear on the pink velvet fabric used as backingNo beads missing on the heart or the 5 sets of 3 looped hanging tassels. Most beads missing on the hanging loops.Unknown stuffing material Purple satin back fabric somewhat stained
Price: 175 USD
Location: Excelsior, Minnesota
End Time: 2025-02-09T19:29:54.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Size: Small (up to 12in.)
Origin: Unknown
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Artisan: Unknown
Style: Americana
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Material: Glass beads, fabric
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Item Width: 6 inches
Color: Pink, blue, burgundy, white, tan, yellow
Subject: Hearts
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 6 inches
