Figure

MOA: University of British Columbia

3040/96

Carving of a bear cub(?). Animal is in motion moving forwards with head slightly down. No eyes, nostrils or mouth. Tail and ears are carved in relief.


  • Type of Item figure
  • Culture Inuit
  • Material walrus tusk
  • Measurements height 2.9 cm, width 1.5 cm, depth 5.6 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 3040/0096