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Sealskin pouch ornamented with red flannel and beads, lined with gingham.
Object Number 36-73-10/6183
Display Title Sealskin pouch ornamented with red flannel and beads, lined with gingham.
Descriptions
Object Description Sealskin pouch ornamented with red flannel and beads and lined with blue and white checked gingham. Probably made for sale.
Inventory Description Pouch, skin, fur exterior, red felt strap and tassels, beaded flap, lined w/ blu
Classification
  • Pouch
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Yupik
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Alaska
Materials Skin, Fur, Cloth, Glass, Sealskin
Dimensions Overall: 14.3 x 14.6 x 1.3 cm (5 5/8 x 5 3/4 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 36-73-10/6183
Provenance
Collector Unknown
Donor Raymond Emerson (06/26/1936 or 04/14/1937)

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