Project Antelope x Kristin
Introducing the exclusive Hvshi Handbag, a limited edition collaboration from Kristin Gentry and Project Antelope, waiting to be yours. Featuring Kristin's vibrant watercolor and ink painting of the same name, each handcrafted bag is made from 100% Nappa leather, combining timeless elegance with artistic expression.
Original Artwork: Hvshi by Kristin Gentry
Watercolor and Ink on Canvas
about
the hvshi handbag
The Hvshi bag is a limited edition collaboration between artist Kristin Gentry and Project Antelope. The design, inspired by the Southeastern Medicine Sun symbol, pays homage to the shell carvings found in the ancestral mounds of Southeastern tribes. Each exclusive bag comes with a personally signed certificate of authenticity by the artist.
Only fifty exquisite pieces will be manufactured—meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans from 100% Nappa leather. These bags exude opulence and precise attention to detail. They feature high-quality hardware, vegan suede lining, an interior pocket, and a long leather strap for over-the-shoulder wear.
Dimensions: 7.9" x 14.6" x 8.3"
Order by Nov 1 for delivery by Nov 29
Order by Dec 1 for delivery by Dec 23
$1,750
about
the collaboration
Project Antelope is thrilled to partner with Kristin Gentry, whose unique artistic vision aligns with our mission to showcase Indigenous art. As a Choctaw Nation artist, Kristin’s deep connection to nature and heritage is beautifully reflected in the exclusive Hvshi Bag. This collaboration not only highlights her talent but also reinforces Project Antelope's commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices on a global stage.
about
project antelope
Project Antelope is a curated online marketplace designed by Indigenous business leaders to empower Indigenous artists. The platform offers a range of fine arts, fashion, books, music, and home goods, connecting artists directly to the global art economy. By prioritizing Indigenous voices, Project Antelope ensures that artists maintain control over their work and narratives, addressing the appropriation of Indigenous culture. The artists featured on the platform are carefully selected by Indigenous editors, highlighting their exceptional quality and creativity. Project Antelope supports the growth of Indigenous businesses and fosters meaningful connections between artists and consumers.
about
kristin gentry
Kristin Gentry (She/They) grew up in Oklahoma in a family of woodcarvers, painters, seamstresses, and poets. As a citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, her earliest memories include attending art fairs and festivals with her family. Gentry pursued art as an undergraduate and taught art in elementary school before earning a master’s degree in Native American leadership. She launched a career as an independent artist and curator, with a particular interest in ancestral seed-saving and establishing community gardens in Indigenous communities. Her art incorporates ecology and nature imagery into pattern-based 2D visual art. She received the 2022 SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market 1st Place award in relief printmaking.
support the
american indian community house
The mission of American Indian Community House (AICH) is to improve and promote the well-being of the American Indian Community and to increase the visibility of American Indian cultures in an urban setting in order to cultivate awareness, understanding and respect.
Project Antelope is excited to announce a special partnership with Project Antelope. As part of this collaboration, Project Antelope will donate 15% of the proceeds from the Limited Edition Hvshi Handbag to support AICH’s vital programs when AICH is mentioned during the purchase process.