Fragment: Hook Item Number: Nb625 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Carved part of fish hook in human form with out stretched arms holding solid round object. Figure has inset eyes, a wide mouth, and a flat head. Cylindrical body with undefined legs. Flat on underside, with 'W. Peck 44' inscribed in black ink.
History Of Use
Appears to be half of a northern style halibut hook, such as those used by the Tlingit and Haida.
Cultural Context
fishing
Item History
- Made in British Columbia, Canada
- Owned by Charles E. Borden before March 5, 1979
- Received from Charles E. Borden (Donor) on March 5, 1979
What
Who
- Culture
- Northwest Coast
- Previous Owner
- Charles E. Borden
- Received from
- Charles E. Borden (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- British Columbia, Canada
When
- Ownership Date
- before March 5, 1979
- Acquisition Date
- on March 5, 1979
Other
- Condition
- fair
- Current Location
- Case 31
- Accession Number
- 0515/0024