Bear Doctor's Dagger

William Benson

Brooklyn Museum photograph

Caption

William Benson (Pomo, 1862–1937). Bear Doctor's Dagger, early 20th century. Elk antler, hide, plant (milkweed) fiber, twine, pigment, 13 1/2 x 2 in. (34.3 x 5.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1908, Museum Collection Fund, 08.491.8668. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Title

Bear Doctor's Dagger

Date

early 20th century

Medium

Elk antler, hide, plant (milkweed) fiber, twine, pigment

Classification

Ceremonial

Dimensions

13 1/2 x 2 in. (34.3 x 5.1 cm)

Credit Line

Museum Expedition 1908, Museum Collection Fund

Accession Number

08.491.8668

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