Collection: Fry

Item Number: Fry0087

Category: Lamp

Region: Arctic

Tribe: Eskimo

Period: 1850-1875

Materials: Steatite and sea mammal hide.

Description: Small seal oil lamp of the size were carried by hunters for use when caught in the elements or out for lengthy periods of time.

Dimensions: Length 3 inches; Width 5 inches

Exhibitions:

Lure of the Arctic, Cincinnati Art Museum, October 2007 - January 2008

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