Collection of the University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA. Gift of Donald L. Nevins.

2002.05.08

Mother and Baby

MediumGreen Soapstone

Technique Carving

TypeCarvings

Dimensions 5.75 in W x 9.75 in H x 5 in D (Object)

CultureInuit

DescriptionA mother carries a smaller figure - her child - on her back. Their forms seem to meld into each other where they make contact, as they were carved from a single piece of stone.

Community: Naujaat (Repulse Bay)

StatusIn Collection

ProvenanceGift of Donald L. Nevins (2002)

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