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Catalog Number

CAS 1993-0008-0020   CAS 1993-0008-0020; Napkin holder
Category Carvings; Culinary Items
Object Name Napkin holder
Culture First Nation (Native American)
Global Region North America
Country Canada
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Maker's Name
Date of Manufacture ca. 1920-1940
Collection Name N/A
Materials Ivory: walrus tusk
Description Carved ivory napkin holder with a figure of a reclining walrus carved in low relief on one face; Eyes and nostrils are drilled and inset with black material; Beard is lightly incised and stained black.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 3.9, Width = 6.0, Length = 4.0