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Tobacco Pouch, Native American regalia, 2007; David Holland (b. 1960); Petersham, Massachusetts; Deerskin, porcupine quills; 23 x 6 1/2 x 1 1/2 in.; Collection of the artist; Photography by Jason Dowdle
Tobacco Pouch, Native American regalia, 2007
David Holland (b. 1960)
Petersham, Massachusetts
Deerskin, porcupine quills
23 x 6 1/2 x 1 1/2 in.
Collection of the artist
Photography by Jason Dowdle
 
Detail of netted quill work on tobacco pouch: 2007; David Holland (b. 1960)
Shoulder Bag; Native American regalia; 1997; David Holland (b. 1960)
 
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David Holland
Petersham, MA
This tobacco pouch's design was inspired by the Anishanaabe peoples of the Great Lakes region. Woodland and Great Plains Indians used porcupine quills to decorate baskets, boxes, and garments prior to European contact. Dave Holland has help revived the tradition. Pow wow dancers, reenactors, and film costumers use his regalia. Reenacting prompted Dave's work: "I used to do some reenacting myself but I couldn't afford to buy the regalia. I found a road kill and the rest is history."
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