Archer V. Martin (Archer Evans Stringer Martin), Non-Indian, 1865-1941 Search this
Seller:
Archer V. Martin (Archer Evans Stringer Martin), Non-Indian, 1865-1941 Search this
Object Name:
Puppet used during dances
Media/Materials:
Hardwood, cotton cloth, cedar bark, iron nails, twine/string, paint, unknown stuffing
Techniques:
Carved, painted
Dimensions:
83.7 x 21.5 cm
Object Type:
Ceremonial/Ritual items
Place:
British Columbia; Canada (inferred)
Date created:
1800-1900
Collection History:
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Archer V. Martin (1865-1941, a judge in Victoria, British Columbia); purchased by George Heye from Archer Martin in 1916.
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