Figure
MOA: University of British Columbia
3182/25
Latex (balata) figure of a toucan bird. Figure is made of dyed latex rubber, hand molded. Bird is standing, wings tucked at sides, with a slight tilt to its head. Lines have been incised in the rubber to indicate feathers on wings and tail. The body, feet, neck and back of head are coloured black, while the face and neck are a very light pink. The beak is yellow on top and red below. Small black eyes are on each side of the head.
- Type of Item figure
- Culture Brazilian
- Material latex rubber, dye
- Measurements height 9.8 cm, width 3.7 cm, depth 10.5 cm (overall)
- Field Collector Nuno Porto
- Previous Owner Nuno Porto
- Received from Nuno Porto, Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget
- Made in Monte Alegre
- Creation Date during 2015
- Collection Date during October 2015
- Ownership Date before June 20, 2016
- Acquisition Date on June 20, 2016
- Condition excellent
- Accession Number 3182/0025