Bowl

MOA: University of British Columbia

3260/33

Hardwood bowl in the shape of a seal. Seal head projects from one end, tail at the other end. Hollowed oval bowl area is rounded along the sides, somewhat pointed at the ends. Outer surface shows carved seal design.


  • Type of Item bowl
  • Culture Haida
  • Material wood
  • Measurements height 11.5 cm, width 16.0 cm, depth 33.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Elspeth McConnell
  • Received from Elspeth McConnell

  • Made in Haida Gwaii

  • Creation Date between 1820 and 1860
  • Ownership Date before August 12, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 12, 2017

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3260/0033