Figure Item Number: 2875/14 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Hollow clay figure of a person crouching on hind legs (hamatsa dancer) wearing an ornate bird mask. Figure is carved as wearing a loin cloth, beads on his arms and legs, and a bird mask. Bird mask is very detailed with beak, eyes, and feathers. Front of figure carved to represent cedar bark. Evidence of white plaster or paint on interior.
Narrative
Collection of pottery originally belonging to Olea Davis, and later given to the Potters Guild by her son.
Item History
- Made by Santo Mignosa (Maker) in British Columbia, Canada
- Owned by Olea Davis
- Owned by Potters Guild of B.C. before April 14, 2011
- Received from Potters Guild of B.C. (Donor) on April 14, 2011
What
Who
- Culture
- Canadian
- Creator
- Santo Mignosa (Maker)
- Previous Owner
- Olea Davis and Potters Guild of B.C.
- Received from
- Potters Guild of B.C. (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- British Columbia, Canada
When
- Ownership Date
- before April 14, 2011
- Acquisition Date
- on April 14, 2011
Other
- Item Classes
- ceramics
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 2875/0014