Figure

MOA: University of British Columbia

3040/15

Carving of the upper torso of a man with arms in what appears to be a kayaking position. Hood of parka is pointed. Face is lightly incised with eyes and mouth and its features darkened with ink(?).


  • Type of Item figure
  • Culture Inuit
  • Material ink, walrus tusk
  • Measurements height 4.8 cm, width 2.2 cm, depth 2.4 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 fair
  • Accession Number 3040/0015