Button Blanket Item Number: 1744/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Ceremonial button blanket of black felt in a rectangular shape with a red felt border running all around a rectangular black background on which are sewn (as applique) four red designs: a killer whale at the top, and a grizzly bear at lower centre flanked by an eagle and a raven. White buttons are sewn all along the red applique designs. White buttons in triangular groups of three are also sewn along the outer edge of the black background. Two satin ties are sewn onto upper red border. Small copper plate (5.2cm x 1.6cm) with engraved inscription is sewn at reverse side of upper corner: "E. Gosnell & Son Copper & Carving Aiyansh, B.C."
Narrative
E. Gosnell & Son is presumed to be Eli Gosnell and son. Eli passed away in 1978, so the blanket is assumed to be made before then.
Item History
- Made by E. Gosnell & Son (Maker) in Aiyansh, British Columbia, Canada before 1978
- Owned by Henry P. Bell-Irving before February 6, 1998
- Received from Henry P. Bell-Irving (Donor) on February 6, 1998
What
- Name
- Button Blanket
- Identification Number
- 1744/1
- Type of Item
- blanket
- Material
- wool fibre, cotton fibre, synthetic fibre, plastic and dye
- Overall
- height 130.5 cm, width 185.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Nisga'a
- Creator
- E. Gosnell & Son (Maker)
- Previous Owner
- Henry P. Bell-Irving
- Received from
- Henry P. Bell-Irving (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Aiyansh, British Columbia, Canada
When
- Creation Date
- before 1978
- Ownership Date
- before February 6, 1998
- Acquisition Date
- on February 6, 1998
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 1744/0001