Snow Shovel

58-12-5

From: Alaska (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: American

Object Number 58-12-5
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Eskimo
Provenience Alaska (uncertain)
Culture Area Arctic Culture Area
Section American
Materials Wood | Seal Skin | Walrus Bone
Description

Long handle of driftwood (?) lashed with seal-thong to walrus scapula. (Broad end of scapula attached to handle). Six lashing holes in bone; one hole and four grooves at base of handle.

Length 148 cm
Width 37.5 cm
Credit Line Gift of Thomas Evans, 1958

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