Collection of the University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA. Gift of Donald L. Nevins.
2002.05.02
Hooded Inuit Medallion
1950 – 2000 (Date created)
Green Soapstone
Carving
Carvings
2.375 in W
x
3.375 in H
x
0.75 in D
(Object)
Inuit
A carved pendant bearing the incised face of an Inuit male.
Community: Inukjuak (Port Harrison)
Community: Inukjuak (Port Harrison)
Johnny began carving while still living out on the land. He moved his family into Inukjuak in the early 1950s and went on to become a leader in his community and a highly respected artist.
In Collection
Gift of Donald L. Nevins (2002)
http://www.nvinukjuak.ca
Please note that cataloging is ongoing and that some information may not be complete.