Sculpture
Ivory sculpture of an imaginary creature.
- Accession Number 2022.18.136
- Period 20th century
- Materials antlers, caribou,, dark matter
- Measurements 2 x 7,5 cm
Historical context
This sculpture shows a creature combining various aspects of the animal kingdom. It has two large, round, upward-facing black eyes, set on either side of a skull that tapers down to the snout, reminiscent of a reptile’s head. This beast is rampant, with its narrow, slender body undulating at a slight angle to the right. What’s more, the creature seems to be driven by multiple legs – 11 on the left, 12 on the right –...
- Accession Number 2022.18.136
- Period 20th century
- Materials antlers, caribou,, dark matter
- Measurements 2 x 7,5 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, Michel Noël Collection, 2022.018.136
Photo by Victor Diaz Lamich
Our collections are newly online and new items are added regularly. The information on the objects comes from our database, which has been improved over the years. If you have any information about this item, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Discover more
