Brooch
About this object
Narrative
Physical description
Gold brooch of a killer whale. Head is large, body relatively small, with a large front flipper and tail flukes. Dorsal fin angles slightly back. Abalone inlays are used for teeth, large eye, a strip down the back, and ovoids on each fin and tail. The back has a brooch pin running from the nose to the fin. HAIDA ART / Reid inscription on back.
Date Made
1959-1960
Date Acquired
15 Aug 2017
How Acquired
Donated
Credit Line
Collection of Dr. Margaret (Marmie) Perkins HessMore...
Measurements
Overall: 4.5 cm x 6.3 cm x .3 cm
Object Number
3258/10