Reproduction of Topirets', Walking Stick
1978.04.0007
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Reproduction of Topirets', Walking Stick (1978.04.0007) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Stamped on base of foot: price and "HSN" |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | 1970s |
| Culture | Ukrainian, Hutsul, Huculian |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Length) | 89.5 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Width) | 13.4 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 2.0 cm |
| Weight | 380 g |
| Measuring Remarks | None |
| Materials | Animal--Shell, Glass, Varnish, Plant--Wood, Metal |
| Manufacturing Processes | Carved, Sawing, Inlaying, Staining |
| Munsell Color Information | Strong Yellow (2.5Y 7/10) Black (N .75/ .9% R) Vivid Reddish Orange (7.5R 5/16) |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | N/A |
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| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | Gift of the Ukrainian Student Association, UIUC |
| Reproduction | Yes |
| Reproduction Information | The wooden ax head makes this piece a reproduction of an actual topirets'. It is made for the tourist market, or worn by local Ukrainians when they dress up in folk costume. - Dmytro Shtohryn, 2/98 |