This dipper is carved of sheep horn (5.75 in. long x 4 in. across). The low sides curve up to form a sea bird head on one end and a wide, flat tail on the other end. This was used as an oil dipper at feasts.
Belt of natural sealskin with sealskin pouch attached; caribou or reindeer hair embroidery on both; ivory buckle; tab on pouch has two light blue and one amber glass beads strand; 111cm x 3.5 cm (with pouch and strap, 25.8 cm).
Belt of natural sealskin with sealskin pouch attached; caribou or reindeer hair embroidery on both; ivory buckle; tab on pouch has two light blue and one amber glass beads strand; 111cm x 3.5 cm (with pouch and strap, 25.8 cm).
History: Found in the collection with no documentation. The name "Kow-ee" (Kaawa.ee) was given to several prominent men of the L'eeneidí clan, Teel' Hít (Dog Salmon House), Aak'wkwaan (or Auke Tlingit). Such signs were attached to the residences...
From left to right. Students sitting in the first dog sled are Yako "Jackie" Nickoli, Timmy Nickoli, Tommy Pope, Trefim Andrew, Lydia Olympic, Marlene Pope, Agnes Paine and Gene Pope Jr. Students standing in the back of the sled are Sharon Pope,...