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Catalog Number

CAS 2005-0006-0037   CAS 2005-0006-0037; Figurine (fish)
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