Collection: Fry
Item Number: Fry0032
Category: Bola
Region: Arctic
Tribe: Eskimo
Period: 1850-1875
Materials: Walrus ivory, sinew, feathers and plant material.
Description: Bolas, such as this, were utilized by the Eskimos of North Alaska for hurling at birds in flight. The weights, of walrus ivory or walrus teeth would catch the legs or body of flying birds and bring them to the ground.
Dimensions: Length 30 inches
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