Sam Waller museum
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Garters
Accession #: PH1.75a & b Ininiwak/Métis; from northern Lake Winnipeg or God's Lake Narrows c. 1880s Glass seed beads, velveteen, wool yarn, cotton lining These garters would be attached around the legs, leaving the colourful tassels free to swing as you walked. It’s difficult to imagine an outfit that would live up to these accents. |
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Cuffs
Accession #: PH1.74a & b Ininiwak/Métis; from northern Lake Winnipeg or God's Lake Narrows c. 1880 Wool stroud, glass seed beads, cotton tape, silk ribbon These cuffs match the garters above. Variations of this incredibly dense, powerful style of floral beadwork is shared by the diverse communities around Lake Winnipeg. The yellow bells can be found in work from Norway House, while the opalescent stems are a common feature in work from God's Lake Narrows in north-eastern Manitoba. |
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Sewing Kit
Accession #: PH1.27 Ininiwak/Métis; York Factory region 1890-1910 Smoked moosehide, glass seed beads, cotton twill This sewing kit has a contemporary design, with references to old-style florals. It was collected by Archdeacon Richard Faries in York Factory. Faries was born in Moose Factory, Ontario to Mushkegowuk & settler parents. He compiled a Cree dictionary to assist with missionary work, and was later director of the Indian Day School in York Factory from 1900-1950. |
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Doily
Accession #: PH1.33 Ininiwak/Métis; York Factory 1900-1920 Velvet, glass seed beads, cotton thread This doily was also collected by Archdeacon Faries. His history raises serious questions about the origin of these pieces. They may have been made by students at the York Factory Day School. |
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Tobacco Bag
Accession #: PH84.95.1 nehîyawak/Métis; Saskatchewan or Alberta c. 1880-1890 Smoked moosehide, glass seed beads |
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Wall Pocket
Accession #: PH5.3 Mushkegowuk/Métis; Moose Factory region 1923-1930 Smoked moose hide, silk embroidery floss, ribbon |
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Tie Rack
Accession #: PH1.36 Made by Mrs. McGillivary 1910-1930 Glass seed beads, cotton thread, goat skin The word “ties” is written on this piece in Cree syllabics. |
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Bonnet
Accession #: PH10.1981 Ininiwak; Opaskwayak or The Pas region c. 1880-1900 Smoked moosehide, black wool stroud, glass seed beads This unusual bonnet has had more modern beadwork added into the interior, along the cheeks. |
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Moccasins
Accession #: PH1.53a Mushkegowuk/Métis; Moose Factory region c. 1905 Smoked moose hide, bleached caribou hide, silk embroidery floss, thread There are strong similarities between work from the James Bay/Moose Factory region and Métis traditions here in Manitoba. Many early HBC traders arrived at Red River with wives they had met at older posts along James Bay. Their style would influence local clothing and the development of the Métis aesthetic in our province. |
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Moccasins
Accession #: PH1.58a Mushkegowuk/Métis; Rupert House/Wasaganish region c. 1906 Commercially tanned hide, silk embroidery floss, thread These moccasins are extremely unusual, as they're made using very traditional techniques on commercially tanned leather. It must have been incredibly difficult to execute this fine gathering and embroidery on a hard industrial hide, and their beauty speaks to impressive skill (not to mention strong hands!) from their maker. |
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Belt
Accession #: PH1.29 Mushkegowuk; James Bay region c. 1906-1933 Glass seed beads, thread |
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Miniature Tikinagan
Accession #: PH2.7 Ininiwak/Métis; Hudson’s Bay or Lake Winnipeg region c. 1880 Wood, velvet, glass seed beads, leather, cotton fabric, twine Traditionally, tikinagans and their moss bags were lovingly decorated and used to carry generations of babies. Smaller versions like this were often made for dolls, or for sale as decoration. No matter its use, this piece was produced by an artist with impressive skills. |
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Shot Pouch
Accession #: PH1.70a Anishinaabe/Métis; Red River diaspora or Lake Winnipeg region 1880-1900 Velvet, glass seed beads, wood, horn, metal, leather Museum records describe this set as “old Saulteaux…work from Lake Winnipeg”, but they could also belong to the Red River tradition. |
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Powder Horn with Bandolier
Accession #: PH1.70b Anishinaabe/Métis; Red River diaspora or Lake Winnipeg region 1880-1900 Velvet, glass seed beads, wood, horn, metal, leather In the earlier 1800s, items like this were essential equipment for hunters using black powder rifles. Technology had advanced by the 1880s and these were likely made as symbolic or decorative pieces, rather than functional hunting gear. |
