Box

79-3-1.1

From: Canada | Nova Scotia

Curatorial Section: American

Object Number 79-3-1.1
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Micmac
Provenience Canada | Nova Scotia
Culture Area Northeast Culture Area
Period 19th century
Date Made circa 1850
Section American
Materials Wood | Quill
Description

Wood, with porcupine quill decoration on all surfaces. Wide zig zag designs on sides; diamond, square, and semi circular designs on top. Quills are primarily white and orange (faded). Box (.1) is rectangular with curved lid (.2). It is old, but in fine condition.

Height 12 cm
Length 17 cm
Width 15 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James Rose, 1979

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