Figure Item Number: 3100/20 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Soapstone carving of a woman. Figure stands upright with feet and legs together, arms straight at her sides. She is carved wearing a parka (amautik) with long flaps at bottom front and back, with a large hood for carrying a child. The lines of the collar cross below her chin. The garment is worn over knee length trousers and boots. Her hair is gathered in a bun at her neck, and facial features are carved.