Gift, Ceremonial
2008.005.0224AF
from the collection of
Title
Miniature Boat, 1971Creation Date
July 1971Dimensions
7.25 in. W x 14 in. L Item (Overall)
Description
Miniature boat given to Maurice Stans in Alaska. The boat is made of animal skin which was pulled over a wooden frame. The frame is held together with copper wire. There are 5 small oars which accompany the vessel and attach to the boat via wire pegs. The pegs fit into small holes drilled into the edges. There is a white office label on the inside of the boat which reads, "Boat Presented in Alaska by Pribiloff Indians - July 1971."Related People and Organizations
Maurice H. Stans