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Object Number 69-30-10/2031.1
Display Title Implement carved from walrus tusk; drill bow?
Descriptions
Inventory Description Bowl, carved horn, small bird effigy, perforated tail, flat base
Classification
  • Bowl
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Eskimo
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Alaska
Materials Horn
Dimensions Overall: 3.2 x 4.6 x 6.7 cm (1 1/4 x 1 13/16 x 2 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 69-30-10/2031 & 2031
Provenance
Collector Capt. Edward Gustavus Fast (10/01/1867-07/01/1868)
Dealer Capt. Edward Gustavus Fast (01/01/1869)

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