Harbour Canoe Item Number: 3659/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Traditional style harbour canoe. The designs painted on the outside are Thunderbird and Killer Whale, with a black background.

Narrative

The purchase of this acquisition was made possible by a gift of funds from George and Christiane Smyth.

Item History

What

Name
Harbour Canoe
Identification Number
3659/1
Type of Item
canoe
Material
red cedar wood, yellow cedar wood, oil paint, lacquer and iron metal
Overall
height 0.86 m, width 0.8 m, depth 8.7 m

Who

Culture
Coast Salish: Stz'uminus
Creator
John Marston (Maker)
Previous Owner
John Marston
Received from
Christiane Smyth (Funding source), George Smyth (Funding source) and John Marston (Seller)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

When

Creation Date
during 2023
Ownership Date
before February 26, 2024
Acquisition Date
on February 26, 2024

Other

Condition
good
Accession Number
3659/0001