Black and red button blanket, frog design in center with gold accents
Narrative
Made by donor Charlotte Euverman's mother in 1982, frog design created by Charlotte's brother Robert; intended to be sold at a craft outlet in Terrace, BC called Ribbons & Blues
Wooden, ceramic figurine. The base is rectangular and wooden. The front consists of six wide steps with two flared cylinders on the top step. These cylinders are removable and are marked b) and c) of this item. The top portion is a ceramic figurine of a man sitting cross-legged with his hands toget…
Wooden, ceramic figurine. The base is rectangular and wooden. The front consists of six wide steps with two flared cylinders on the top step. These cylinders are removable and are marked b) and c) of this item. The top portion is a ceramic figurine of a man sitting cross-legged with his hands together on his lap. His robe is a dark gold color. On the front of the platform is a white and black label with indecipherable lettering. Inscribed on the bottom is "GERMANY" and part of an orange label that is indecipherable.
Narrative
Believed to be either a paper weight or a pen holder.
History Of Use
Ornament owned by McInnes family, Pioneer Ranch, North Bulkley, B.C. circa 1920.
Small fire engine figurine made entirely of glass. It is hollow and has ladders on each side, a raised hood, and the words: "FIRE DEPT 12" on the roof. The glass is slightly textured all over, except on the roof of the vehicle where it is smooth.
Small fire engine figurine made entirely of glass. It is hollow and has ladders on each side, a raised hood, and the words: "FIRE DEPT 12" on the roof. The glass is slightly textured all over, except on the roof of the vehicle where it is smooth.
Framed oil on canvas board painting of a house amongst trees. "G. Hamming Smithers BC" in one corner. On the back is written "Not for competition", "Farm / Mrs. Harvey", "G. Hamming Smithers BC"
Framed oil on canvas board painting of a house amongst trees. "G. Hamming Smithers BC" in one corner. On the back is written "Not for competition", "Farm / Mrs. Harvey", "G. Hamming Smithers BC"
Narrative
Painting is of Charles "Peavine" and Katherine Harvey's farm in Driftwood.
Unframed scenic oil painting on art board. Image depicts trees on a hill near a river with mountains in the background. No description of the setting is provided, but it's possible this is somewhere along the Skeena or Bulkley rivers. On the back is information about the art board manufacturer.
Anna Schufer is referred to as "Mrs. P. Schufer" in the Museum's records. The 1921 census indicates her name was Anna. BC Archives search shows a marriage between an Annie Look and a Peter Schufer in 1901 in Vancouver, so it is possible her name was Annie.
Unframed scenic oil painting on art board. Image depicts trees on a hill near a river with mountains in the background. No description of the setting is provided, but it's possible this is somewhere along the Skeena or Bulkley rivers. On the back is information about the art board manufacturer.
Framed painting of J. McIntyre, first Chairman of the Smithers Village Council in 1921. It has three small square metal plaques mounted to the frame. The painting is signed in the top left corner "G. Hamming 1963"
Framed painting of J. McIntyre, first Chairman of the Smithers Village Council in 1921. It has three small square metal plaques mounted to the frame. The painting is signed in the top left corner "G. Hamming 1963"
History Of Use
Plaques on the painting indicated it was presented to the Village of Smithers on its 50th anniversary (1971) by the BV Picture Loan Association.
Interior News, June 26, 1963, Painting Exhibit will Be Feature of Jubilee:
"A number of paintings by pioneer and later residents of the Smithers area. ... The official opening will be held at 7 p.m. July 1st, at which there will be brief ceremony including the presentation to a representative of the village council of a portrait of John Ritchie McIntyre, first chairman of the incorporated village of Smithers. The painting was done from a photograph of the late Mr. McIntyre by Gerard Hamming, a local artist."
Brown thick paper box, with lid. Made from paper and staples to house model boat (2003.60.2). Has a green ocean boat scenery printed onto the top of the box.
Brown thick paper box, with lid. Made from paper and staples to house model boat (2003.60.2). Has a green ocean boat scenery printed onto the top of the box.
One lithographed print, mounted and framed. Titled "The Gitksan Warrior, Quest for Land". Mounted to the back of the frame is an information card on artist Vernon Stephens published as part of the 'Ksan Art Card Series. The card describes the image as well.
One lithographed print, mounted and framed. Titled "The Gitksan Warrior, Quest for Land". Mounted to the back of the frame is an information card on artist Vernon Stephens published as part of the 'Ksan Art Card Series. The card describes the image as well.
Souvenir Spoon. "Canada. New Hazelton, BC". The ornamental head of the handle has become detached from the spoon, but it is a cartoon-y Canadian flag (it is wrapped up with the spoon).
Souvenir Spoon. "Canada. New Hazelton, BC". The ornamental head of the handle has become detached from the spoon, but it is a cartoon-y Canadian flag (it is wrapped up with the spoon).
55cm tall totem pole carved from a dark wood. It has four faces, the top image is of a raven, bottom is a beaver. The pole is mounted to a round piece of unfinished wood as a base. "Howard Wale / Hazelton BC/ 1966" is written on the bottom.
55cm tall totem pole carved from a dark wood. It has four faces, the top image is of a raven, bottom is a beaver. The pole is mounted to a round piece of unfinished wood as a base. "Howard Wale / Hazelton BC/ 1966" is written on the bottom.
52cm tall totem pole mounted on a square wood base. The pole is topped with a raven. It is painted with red, yellow, black and white. On the bottom is written "Bob Lawson / Hazelton BC / $25.00".
52cm tall totem pole mounted on a square wood base. The pole is topped with a raven. It is painted with red, yellow, black and white. On the bottom is written "Bob Lawson / Hazelton BC / $25.00".
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