Figure

Mediumsoapstone

Dimensions17.5 inches high
16.5 inches at base

ClassificationsVisual Works

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Albert J. Latner

Object number1972.19

DescriptionGrey-green soapstone carving of figure dressed in high boots, trousers, and parka with hood; hair is long pulled back and braided-probably a woman; squatting on left knee and pulling to her left; facial muscles strained; left hand holds tail (?) to chest, right hand appears to be scraping seal or walrus ULO or woman's knife; women indication that the figure is probably a female; USE: Eskimo art has always been an expression of local life; early carved figures thought, rarely showed people at work (hunting and journeying for men, occupations around home for women)

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