Jim Gilbert (Canadian, 1932-2000)
Hair Seal and Oolichan Bowl
Carved wooden bowl with lid depicting a hair seal resting on its belly, the lid complete with Oolichan fish on the seal's back (as a handle), painted in grey, black and red, inset with abalone eyes and insets, complete with whiskers
Provenance:
Purchased at Arts of the Raven, May 1974
Private Collection, B.C.
Size in inches: 4.75 h x 15 w x 7 d
P20422
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