Catalog Number |
CAS 2005-0006-0037 | ![]() |
Category | Carvings | |
Object Name | Figurine (fish) | |
Culture | Eskimo | |
Global Region | North America | |
Country | USA | |
State/Prov./Dist. | Alaska | |
County | ||
Other Geographic Data | ||
Maker's Name | Unknown | |
Date of Manufacture | ca. 1964 | |
Collection Name | N/A | |
Materials | Soapstone; Plywood | |
Description | 3-dimensional soapstone carving in the form of a long slender fish with a single dorsal fin and two pair of ventral fins, shown leaping out of the water in an arched position; Back and head of fish is depicted in a dark color, contrasting with the lighter-colored underbelly; Carving is glued to a plywood base. | |
Dimensions (cm) | Height = 13.9, Width = 2.4, Depth = 8.3 |