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Carved Spoon

Culture: Eskimo, Native American
Medium: Wood
Geographical Locations:
- Possible place made: Canada
- Possible place made: USA
Dates: 1901-1933
Dimensions: 5 x 1 7/8in. (12.7 x 4.8cm)
Collections: Arts of the Americas
Museum Location: This item is not on view
Accession Number: X844.11
Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Collection
Image: Overall, x844.11_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: This spoon is carved from one piece of wood. The short handle has an abstract figural form, which is emphasized by engravings that extend into the bowl of the spoon.

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