Figure Item Number: Na1658 a-b from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
A miniature, white-yellow carving in two parts: a seated human figure in a parka with outstretched, upturned arms and a base with a seat and holes for the feet.
Narrative
It is possible that these two parts do not actually belong together as the figures feet do not fit into the holes in the base. See note in accession file.
Item History
- Made in Canada
- Owned by Bill McElligott before July 27, 1989
- Received from Bill McElligott (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Shop Volunteers (Funding source) on July 27, 1989
What
- Name
- Figure
- Identification Number
- Na1658 a-b
- Type of Item
- figure
- Material
- walrus tusk and paint
- Overall
- height 5.0 cm, width 7.0 cm, depth 5.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Inuit
- Previous Owner
- Bill McElligott
- Received from
- Bill McElligott (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Shop Volunteers (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Canada
When
- Ownership Date
- before July 27, 1989
- Acquisition Date
- on July 27, 1989
Other
- Item Classes
- carvings & sculpture
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 1361/0042 a-b