Model Totem Pole Item Number: 3260/10 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Small carved argillite model pole consisting of two figures. A woman holding onto a tail in front, and a bear on top. The pole has a smooth, flat back and stands on a thick base. The base is rounded on the front corners. Artist inscription on back.
Item History
- Made by Pat McGuire (Maker) in Skidegate, British Columbia, Canada during 1965
- Owned by Elspeth McConnell before August 12, 2017
- Received from Elspeth McConnell (Donor) on August 12, 2017
What
- Name
- Model Totem Pole
- Identification Number
- 3260/10
- Type of Item
- totem pole
- Material
- argillite stone
- Overall
- height 17.0 cm, width 4.5 cm, depth 6.8 cm
Who
- Culture
- Haida
- Creator
- Pat McGuire (Maker)
- Previous Owner
- Elspeth McConnell
- Received from
- Elspeth McConnell (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Skidegate, British Columbia, Canada
When
- Creation Date
- during 1965
- Ownership Date
- before August 12, 2017
- Acquisition Date
- on August 12, 2017
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 3260/0010