Light gold-colored metal trim along entire length but mainly at ends and 2 central bands; wood with a green, spotty pattern; sheath-shaped. According to hard copy belonged to Boxer soldier Show moreLight gold-colored metal trim along entire length but mainly at ends and 2 central bands; sheath-shaped. According to hard copy belonged to Boxer soldier and once contained knife, stirring stick, chopsticks and nail cleaner; contains ear spoon and toothpick. Accession File states: "Mess kit of Boxer soldier - to carry chopsticks, knife, stirring stick, ear spoon toothpick, and nail cleaner." Show less
Three pieces of jewelry: a necklace, a bracelet, and a brooch(?). Tag reads, "Igorot pearl-oyster shell ornaments with scratch-work patterns. A special ornament worn by men -- often pieces Show moreThree pieces of jewelry: a necklace, a bracelet, and a brooch(?). Tag reads, "Igorot pearl-oyster shell ornaments with scratch-work patterns. A special ornament worn by men -- often pieces encircle the waist as well as the neck and arms." The Igorot are any of several related peoples inhabiting the mountains of Northwest Luzon, Philippines; a people inhabiting the Mountain Province South of Kalinga. Show less
Barong Knife or Sword with Sheath. It is made of metal and wood. The grip is 8.1 cm of wood with 8.5 cm of metal below decorated top and bottom with incised bands. The blade is curved with Show moreBarong Knife or Sword with Sheath. It is made of metal and wood. The grip is 8.1 cm of wood with 8.5 cm of metal below decorated top and bottom with incised bands. The blade is curved with the "leaf" shape characteristic of a barong. An "E" has been engraved into the blade near the grip. The blade is relatively free of rust. The blade is marked at the top "ESK106" on white-out. The sheath is made of two pieces of wood, slightly "T" shaped with slight ornamentation to the top and bottom. The sheath is bound together with string near the top and bottom. The bottom string may be original. The top string is nearly certainly a later addition to keep the pieces together. The sheath is marked at the top "ESK106A" on white-out. Show less
A small purse which appears be made of bark and has a matching long, thin container. The long, thin container is 16.5 cm long, 2.2 cm wide, 1.2 cm thick, container attached to it. The purse Show moreA small purse which appears be made of bark and has a matching long, thin container. The long, thin container is 16.5 cm long, 2.2 cm wide, 1.2 cm thick, container attached to it. The purse is 4.5 cm high, 5.5 cm long and 1.5 cm wide. It has a lid attached by a black cord which runs through both sides of lid and purse and is knotted to the long, thin container with a 1.3 diameter round bead between the containers. Possibly this artifact, Catalogue List - David C. Graham Collection states: "No Number Wooden fan case. Made of bamboo or other light wood. Two pieces connected by cord and bead. One for fan, the other is a chain purse. Fan Case: 18 cm, Purse: 5.5 x 4.5 cm." Qing Dynasty 1644-1911. Show less
One pair of women's shoes for bound feet. made of silk and cotton. Colors are lavender, green, black. These shoes, worn during the Qing Dynasty and after, are triangle shaped to accommodate Show moreOne pair of women's shoes for bound feet. made of silk and cotton. Colors are lavender, green, black. These shoes, worn during the Qing Dynasty and after, are triangle shaped to accommodate a woman's bound foot. Foot binding was generally practiced by wealthy families because their daughters and wives were not expected to work. Possibly associated with WHIT-G-006. Artifact notes state: "Shoes for bound feet - Many were much smaller than these. Christians did not bind the feet of their girls. The practice has been outlawed since the Revolution." Tag found in files states: "3467 - Horse's hooves." Qing Dynasty 1644-1911. Show less
Panel of embroidery from a "official Manchu" garment. Design is of a Dragon done completely in gold thread. Has been cut off of garment which looks to have been dark blue, and is now Show morePanel of embroidery from a "official Manchu" garment. Design is of a Dragon done completely in gold thread. Has been cut off of garment which looks to have been dark blue, and is now attached to paper. Show less
Scraper, nearly round, made from gray basalt with white inclusions; flakes removed from all sides. Many flakes have been removed from both sides and all edges. Tiny flakes removed indicate Show moreScraper, nearly round, made from gray basalt with white inclusions; flakes removed from all sides. Many flakes have been removed from both sides and all edges. Tiny flakes removed indicate use wear. The stone is smooth where no flakes have been removed. Show less
Projectile point made from tan chert with a triangular blade and basal notches. Maximum Length 2.1 cm Axial Length 2.1 cm Stem Length 0.5 cm Maximum Width 1.4 cm Shoulder Width 1.4 cm Stem Show moreProjectile point made from tan chert with a triangular blade and basal notches. Maximum Length 2.1 cm Axial Length 2.1 cm Stem Length 0.5 cm Maximum Width 1.4 cm Shoulder Width 1.4 cm Stem Width 0.4 cm Base Width 0.4 cm Basal Radius N/A Notch Width 0.5 cm Notch Depth 0.5 cm Blade Length 1.6 cm Show less
Four notch net weight, nearly oval, made of grey stone with white inclusions and vesicles. Notches appear to have been removed from opposite sides of the stone. One end has a 1.5 cm long by Show moreFour notch net weight, nearly oval, made of grey stone with white inclusions and vesicles. Notches appear to have been removed from opposite sides of the stone. One end has a 1.5 cm long by 3.0 cm wide area removed with a 0.9 cm long by 1.7 cm wide rounded notch. The other end has a 2.1 cm long by 3.5 cm wide area removed with a 0.8 cm long by 2.1 cm wide rounded notch. One side has a 2.0 cm long by 2.6 cm wide area with a 0.8 cm long by 1.7 cm wide rounded notch. The other side has a 1.0 cm long by 2.1 cm wide area with a 0.7 cm long by 1.8 cm wide rounded notch. One side has a natural indention and one end has a piece missing. Show less
Scraper, nearly round, made from gray stone with white and black inclusions, flakes removed from two sides and a natural indention on a third. Many flakes have been removed from both sides Show moreScraper, nearly round, made from gray stone with white and black inclusions, flakes removed from two sides and a natural indention on a third. Many flakes have been removed from both sides and two edges. Tiny flakes removed indicate use wear. The stone is smooth where no flakes have been removed. Show less
Small canoe model carved from solid cedar piece; tapered to a point at both ends. Bow higher than stern. Stern is notched; possibly for rudder attachment? Black dots are painted along inside Show moreSmall canoe model carved from solid cedar piece; possibly for rudder attachment? Black dots are painted along inside of rim. Red and black are painted along top of rim which is hatched. Outside and inside of bow and stern are painted in red and black design. Water stain on bottom; oil or smoke stain on inside of stern. Post-Contact. Show less
Two notch net weight, nearly oval, made of grey stone. Notches appear to have been removed from opposite sides of the stone. One end has a 2.0 cm long by 2.2 cm wide area removed with a 0.7 Show moreTwo notch net weight, nearly oval, made of grey stone. Notches appear to have been removed from opposite sides of the stone. One end has a 2.0 cm long by 2.2 cm wide area removed with a 0.7 cm long by 1.5 cm wide rounded notch. The other end has a 1.3 cm long by 1.6 cm wide area removed with a 0.5 cm long by 1.3 cm wide rounded notch. Show less
Model of Haida canoe carved from solid cedar piece. Bow and stern carved to raised "V" shapes; bottom is flat. Some light colored paint along edges that is chipped and faded. Inside of canoe Show moreModel of Haida canoe carved from solid cedar piece. Bow and stern carved to raised "V" shapes; bottom is flat. Some light colored paint along edges that is chipped and faded. Inside of canoe is decorated with red triangle shapes: two each at the insides of the bow and stern, and two each on either side of inside of canoe. Two nails in top of bow. Post-Contact. Show less
Medium-sized rectangular "stiff"(?) basket of cedar bark and root or split limb. Dark brown and blonde grass sewn over cedar bark for color and design. The top is completely covered in a Show moreMedium-sized rectangular "stiff"(?) basket of cedar bark and root or split limb. Dark brown and blonde grass sewn over cedar bark for color and design. The top is completely covered in a light color with geometric design of dark colored grass. The bottom is plain cedar bark with 4 stripes at each side and 3 on each end. Post-Contact. Show less
Knife with carving of man with animal on handle and leather sheath. Knife handle is made of Metal, possibly bronze, and wood. The wooden part is carved; on one side with a man and animal, Show moreKnife with carving of man with animal on handle and leather sheath. Knife handle is made of Metal, possibly bronze, and wood. The wooden part is carved; on one side with a man and animal, and on the other side with animals and plants. The case is marked "165 a VD," and the knife as "165 b VD." Sheath and knife stored in two separate bags. Catalog lists-The Virgil Davin Collection states: "165 a&B VD Knife and Case." Early 20th Century. Show less
Embroidery from the Chamber of Commerce board of education in Suifu, Sichuan. Two panels: one split at the center, for the front of a gown, the other panel in one piece for the back of a Show moreEmbroidery from the Chamber of Commerce board of education in Suifu, Sichuan. Two panels: one split at the center, for the front of a gown, the other panel in one piece for the back of a gown. "Invisible Stitch" technique. Gold thread on black cotton. Design is geese and clouds. Republican or late Qing. Show less
A small souvenir vase with a flower-like pattern. The vase is decorative in purpose. It measures 6 inches in height and has a circumference of 7 inches at its widest point. 20th Century.
