Gun case
Fire-arms of every possible description are used by the Chukchee. From the Russians they receive, even at the present time, clumsy firelocks, while the Americans bring percussion-guns and breach-loaders. All fire-arms are furnished with supports and gun-cases.
—Waldemar Bogoras, from “The Chukchee,” 1904-1909
The Chukchi acquired various kinds of guns from American whaling ships and the Russian army. This protective case is made of sealskin with decorative stitching and skin appliqué.
Culture:
Eastern Siberian
Region:
Siberia
Object Category:
Hunting
Dimensions:
Length 108cm
Accession Date:
1931
Source:
Victor J. Evans (donor)
Museum:
National Museum of Natural History
Museum ID Number:
E359022
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