Hook

Item number 2596/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.

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Description

Hook made from two pieces of wood. The main body is V-shaped and the tip is bent inwards to snare the prey. Braided coir rope is wound around the glued segment of the two pieces and around the end of the hook extending upwards into a loop.

Narrative

Bossen worked as a veterinarian for FAO/UNDP in Samoa from 1973-75.

Item History

  • Made in Tokelau between 1975 and 1980
  • Collected between 1973 and 1975
  • Owned by Frits Bossen before October 8, 2003
  • Received from Frits Bossen (Donor) on October 8, 2003

What

Name
Hook
Identification Number
2596/1
Type of Item
hook
Material
wood, coconut husk fibre and adhesive
Overall
height 39.2 cm, width 23.3 cm, depth 3.0 cm

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Tokelau

Who

Culture
Tokelauan
Previous Owner
Frits Bossen
Received from
Frits Bossen (Donor)

When

Creation Date
between 1975 and 1980
Collection Date
between 1973 and 1975
Ownership Date
before October 8, 2003
Acquisition Date
on October 8, 2003

Other

Condition
good
Accession Number
2596/0001
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