Salmon Spear
A463A
From: Japan | Hokkaido | Biratori
Curatorial Section: Asian
Native Name | Kamui Chip Marek |
Object Number | A463A |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Ainu |
Provenience | Japan | Hokkaido | Biratori |
Section | Asian |
Materials | Metal | Wood | Deerskin | Fiber |
Description | Marep (マレプ). Spear used for fishing. String is attached to the metal hook which runs through a hole and attaches to the shaft. This allows for some give so that a fish doesn't come free of the hook while flapping back and forth. These could also be attached to a larger pole. |
Length | 52.5 cm |
Credit Line | Gift of Dr. Hiram M. Hiller, 1901 |
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