Ivory: Domestic Life: Clothing: Sealskin: Parka

DOMESTIC LIFE: CLOTHING
DOMESTIC LIFE \| THE IGLU \| CLOTHING
	Sealskin \| Caribou Skin
	Parka \| Pants \| Stockings \| Boots \| Mittens

Sealskin is durable, light-weight, and water repellent — excellent qualities for spring and summer clothing.

Male Figure
Sculpture made of ivory
From Pangnirtung, Baffin Island
Dating to 1933-1942
997.22.54

Outer Parka
Made of sealskin sewn with sinew
From Pond Inlet, Baffin Island
Dating to the early 20th century
HC3508