ulu knife

Object number:

H16.3087

Object name:

ulu knife

Material/Technique:

Steel and ivory

Dimensions:

H: 4 in, W: 2.5 in

Credit line:

Gift of Mr. R. S. Wilkinson

Physical description:

Ulu knife with steel blade and oramental ivory handle.

Content description:

Knife, steel blade and ornamented handle "Ulu(woman's knife) used by women in food preparation and the manufacture of clothing." Ref.:Crossroads of Continents: Culture of Siberia and Alaska, Fitzhug, William W. & Aron Crowell, Smithsonian Institution Press 1988. (Illustrated pg. 198)[vv,3/91]

Cultural affinity:

Arctic culture area

Concepts:

seal

Consultation and/or research has led us to believe that this item is not considered funerary or culturally sensitive. However, affiliated Tribe(s) determine the cultural significance of their items. If this item is a part of your heritage and you wish to contact us about it, please email nagpra@museumca.org.

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Currently on display in the Gallery of California History

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