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Object Number
985-27-10/59315
Display Title
Tomahawk procured by Morris from the Sioux
Descriptions
Object Description
Tomahawk procured by Morris from the Sioux. Head of tomahawk extends out on each side of handle. One side is cut into arrow shape the other side is narrow ax shape. Handle inserted into cylindrical shaped eye. Handle decorated w/ brass tacks. 52.8x23.7 cm.
Inventory Description
Axe, wood handle with brass tacks, metal head, arrow shaped, tapered to blade
Classification
- Axe
Department
Ethnographic
Date
19th century
Culture
- Sioux?
- Omaha?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
Materials
Wood, Brass, Iron
Dimensions
Overall: 53 x 23.5 x 1.9 cm (20 7/8 x 9 1/4 x 3/4 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
985-27-10/59315; 34375
Provenance
Provenance
Crow Breast
(1878)
Collector
William H. Claflin, Jr.
(1930 - 1985)
Collector
William Radcliff Morris
(1878-1893 - 1930)
Donor
Estate of William H. Claflin, Jr.
(1985)
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