| Accession # |
X726 |
|
Culture |
Gwa'sala Kwakwaka'wakw
|
| Title |
Potlatch Figure |
| Date |
19th century |
| Medium |
Wood, beads |
| Dimensions |
44 x 12 x 9 in. (111.8 x 30.5 x 22.9 cm) |
| Credit Line |
Brooklyn Museum Collection |
| Location |
American Identities: Modern Life
|
| Description |
Wooden standing female figure. This figure lacks arms as well as the lower portion of its legs. Black beads are used to represent pupils. Its facial features are clearly delineated. Its head is flat. No distinction is made between the skirt and the torso. Old photographs show similar figures at potlatches (giveaways) clothed in blankets. |
