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Catalog Number

CAS 1993-0008-0019   CAS 1993-0008-0019; Figurine (fish)
Category Carvings
Object Name Figurine (fish)
Culture First Nation (Native American)
Global Region North America
Country Canada
State/Prov./Dist. Nunavut
County
Other Geographic Data Baffin Island
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture ca. 1920-1940
Collection Name N/A
Materials Ivory
Description Carved ivory figurine of a fish in swimming position; Gills, mouth and eyes are lightly carved and eyes are stained with black material.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 2.1, Width = 1.6, Length = 9.6