Model Totem Pole

MOA: University of British Columbia

3260/29

Small carved argillite pole. Figures from base to top: whale, raven and, at very top with tale shown on back, a small killerwhale. The pole has a smooth, flat back and stands on a base with rounded front corners. Artist’s inscription on base.


  • Type of Item totem pole
  • Culture Haida
  • Material argillite stone
  • Measurements height 20.0 cm, width 6.2 cm, depth 6.2 cm (overall)

  • Creator Robert Davidson
  • Previous Owner Elspeth McConnell
  • Received from Elspeth McConnell

  • Made in British Columbia

  • Ownership Date before August 12, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 12, 2017

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3260/0029