Arrow belt
7-corridor arrow belt with lightning motif. The belt is made of red, white, blue, red and green wool.
- Accession Number 2021.07.49
- Date 2010 c
- Materials fiber, wool
- Technique braided
- Measurements 12,5 x 140 cm
Historical context
This arrow belt was made by a Gatineau craftsman named Maurice, in Quebec. It was made with “rustic” wool, that is, wool from Quebec. Although recent, this belt testifies to the richness of this technique and its preservation.
In 1967, Quebec was opening up to the world, notably with the World’s Fair. Traditional society was being questioned by many, and its customs challenged. The “Quiet Revolution” m...
- Accession Number 2021.07.49
- Date 2010 c
- Materials fiber, wool
- Technique braided
- Measurements 12,5 x 140 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, donation by Luc Émond, 2021.007.049
Photo by Louis-Etienne Dore
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