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1915.50.45

Model screen for stalking reindeer.

1915.50.45

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Collection type
Object
Description
Model screen for stalking reindeer.
Long description
Model screen for stalking reindeer. The front of the screen is made from wood and has been grooved; there is also a hole for the rifle is in the centre of this section. Two of the wooden struts are bound with fur, possibly that of a reindeer. Secured with string. This screen is stored in an ex-display case made from wood and fronted with glass.
Geographical reference
Russia
Europe > Eastern Europe > Russia
Cultural groups
Enets
Samoyed
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1914
Date collected
1914
Acquisition information
Donated: 1915
Materials and processes
Material Animal Fur Skin, Material Wood Plant, Material String, Process Carved, Process Grooved, Process Bound
Dimensions
Depth 90 mm approx, Width 200 mm approx, Length 420 mm approx
Object numbers
Accession number: 1915.50.45
Associated publications
Details of the use of this object may be found in My Siberian year by Czaplicka, p.148. [CW 19/4/2001]

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