Hook Item Number: Z 34968 from the MAA: University of Cambridge
Description
Small hook made from knotted hemlock with bone point lashed on with root.; Good
Context
The original European tribal names and, where possible, current tribal names have both been given in separate GLT fields.; Bent hooks were shaped by steaming, and amongst the Kwakiutl a mould was used to wrap the steamed wood around. The hook would be set with a piece of bait, possibly some octopus. The hook was then attached to a weighted line by a leader, often made from nettle fibre, the upper arm of the hook was that with the barb. The larger hooks were used for halibut fishing, and the smaller ones were secured in a series to a line for catching ling- cod, and sculpin.
Item History
- Made in British Columbia, Canada
Who
- Culture
- Northwest Coast
Where
- Holding Institution
- MAA: University of Cambridge
- Made in
- British Columbia, Canada
Other
- Keyword
- Fishing; Tools