Tool
Power grips (aksagaq) used in a shooting duel, consisting of two cylindrical bone parts joined by a bearded seal leather strap (utjuk).
- Accession Number 2022.18.69
- Period 20th century
- Materials bone, caribou, leather, bearded seal (utjuk)
- Measurements 12,5 x 10 cm
Historical context
These grips (aksagaq in Inuit) are used in a shooting duel. In this modern version, they are made up of two cylindrical bone parts joined at the center by a short strip of bearded seal hide (utjuk) knotted to the inside of each bone.
This traditional Inuit game involves sitting on the ground in front of your opponent, leaning against him or her. Each player grabs a handle and pulls, trying to bring the opponent towards him or her. ...
- Accession Number 2022.18.69
- Period 20th century
- Materials bone, caribou, leather, bearded seal (utjuk)
- Measurements 12,5 x 10 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, Michel Noël Collection, 2022.018.069
Photo by victor diaz lamich
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