Figure Item Number: 3654/2 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Bear carving done in dark grey-black stone. Bear has short ears, circular eyes, and long thin snout; standing on four legs. Front legs have rounded sides and are spread apart; hind legs are close together and rectangle-like. Hind legs are shorter than front, giving bear a crouching appearance. Artist signature in syllabics inscribed on belly.
Item History
- Made by Tuna Iquliq (Maker) in Baker Lake, Nunavut, Canada and Qamanittuaq, Nunavut, Canada
- Owned by Maurice Yacowar before December 4, 2023
- Received from Maurice Yacowar (Donor) on December 4, 2023
What
Who
- Culture
- Inuit
- Creator
- Tuna Iquliq (Maker)
- Previous Owner
- Maurice Yacowar
- Received from
- Maurice Yacowar (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Baker Lake, Nunavut, Canada and Qamanittuaq, Nunavut, Canada
When
- Ownership Date
- before December 4, 2023
- Acquisition Date
- on December 4, 2023
Other
- Item Classes
- carvings & sculpture
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 3654/0002