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Bowl

19th–20th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Bowl
  • Date: 19th–20th century
  • Geography: Canada, British Columbia
  • Culture: Haida
  • Medium: Horn
  • Dimensions: H. 5 1/4 x W. 6 3/4 in. (13.3 x 17.2 cm)
  • Classification: Wood-Containers
  • Credit Line: The Michael C. Rockefeller Memorial Collection, Purchase, Mrs. Gertrud A. Mellon Gift, 1966
  • Object Number: 1978.412.149
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
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