Catalog Number |
CAS 1993-0008-0016 | |
Category | Accessories/Ornaments; Carvings | |
Object Name | Button | |
Culture | First Nation (Native American) | |
Global Region | North America | |
Country | Canada | |
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Maker's Name | Unknown | |
Date of Manufacture | ca. 1920-1940 | |
Collection Name | N/A | |
Materials | Ivory: walrus tusk | |
Description | Carved round ivory button with a 3-dimensional walrus head carved on one face; Eyes of walrus are inset with black baleen; Whiskers are lightly carved and stained black; Reverse side is decorated with incised circle and three partially drilled holes; Pair of drilled holes extend through button. | |
Dimensions (cm) | Thickness = 1.2, Max Diam = 3.3 |