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Needle Case Holder

Inuit, 1867-1899

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Inuit

Needle Case Holder

Inuit, 1867-1899

Physical Qualities Ivory, 4 1/4 × 1/2 in. (10.8 × 1.2 cm.)
Credit Line John Erikson Collection
Object Number 1955.167.23
Ornamented with etched geometric designs.
Purchased by John Erikson in Alaska ca. 1900

Inscribed: None.

Culture

Inuit

2000–2000

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