Figure

MOA: University of British Columbia

3040/9

Carving of a bear on four legs with head turned to the right. Black inset eyes. Bear's mouth is open and six teeth, including two canines, are present. Claws are present on all four paws.


  • Type of Item figure
  • Culture Inuit
  • Material baleen, walrus tusk
  • Measurements height 3.5 cm, width 2.9 cm, depth 6.1 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Robert Clayton
  • Received from Robert Clayton

  • Made in Pangnirtung

  • Creation Date during 1950
  • Collection Date between 1949 and 1951
  • Ownership Date before December 1, 2013
  • Acquisition Date on December 1, 2013

  • Item Classes carvings & sculpture
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3040/0009