Eskimo (Inuit ) Anorak

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The Simpson kids with their anoraks at Resolute Bay
Anorak
Part of anorak
Description
Small red cotton Inuit anorak with wool round hood and woollen lining.Zipped front
Inscription description
Acquisition Method:
Donated by Myrtle Simpson
Number of Objects:
1
Related Items:
Provenance:
This lovely little anorak was made by the Inuit(native Indians) in Resolute, Canada for Rona Simpson, daughter of Hugh and Myrtle Simpson. The Simpsons four children attended school in Resolute whilst Hugh and Myrtle attempted to reach the North Pole in 1969. Myrtle’s book Due North 1970 published by Gollancz tells the story.
Object Production
Production Place:
Canada
Materials:
cotton,wool
Maker:
Colour:
red,brown,cream
Dimensions:
53(l) x 51(w) cms
Object Condition:
a few tears
Condition Date Check:
04/11/2010
Administration
Accession Number:
856.2010.1
Creator:
Hermione Cooper
Accession Date:
04/11/2010
ID:
1
Category:

Clothing
Location
Location:
Bohuntin
Current Location
Rules:
Spectrum : UK Museum documentation standard, V.3.1 2007