Summer parka, Inuit (Eskimo), Alaska
Early 20th... Lot 2
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Summer parka, Inuit (Eskimo), Alaska
Early 20th century
Sea lion intestine
H. 110 cm
Parka, Inuit (Eskimo), Alaska
H. 43 ¼ in
Exhibition/Publication:
A la découverte de la culture Inuit
Centre d'art la Malmaison, Cannes, January-February 2017, reproduced on page 15
Like many words that have passed into everyday language, such as "kayak," "igloo," or even "anorak," the name "parka" is of Inuit origin. This garment is made up of vertical strips of North Sea lion (Eumotopias jubatus) intestine sewn together with very tight stitching to ensure a complete seal. The hunter wearing a parka was thus protected from the wind, waves and spray while on board his kayak. This light parka was used during the summer months (winter clothing was adorned with fur). It was worn over the hunter's clothing and the flexibility of the material allowed for great freedom of movement.
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