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  • Snow goggles, Walrus ivory, Thule, Native American

Snow goggles

#9811

ca. 800–1200

Walrus ivory

Description

These goggles were used to shield the eyes from windblown ice and the glare of the sun upon the Arctic snow. Significant to the owner or maker, engraved double lines, spikes, and linear projections form the border. The designs, along with the narrow eye openings, create a distinct appearance. Arctic peoples have made and worn such highly effective eyewear for centuries.

9811: Snow Goggles, Thule

INFORMATIONS SUPPLÉMENTAIRES

Dimensions
1 1/8 × 5 in. (2.9 × 12.7 cm)
Crédit
The Charles and Valerie Diker Collection of Native American Art, Gift of Charles and Valerie Diker, 2019
Numéro d’accession
2019.456.13

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