A snow knife or snow saw (Inuktitut: pana [1]) is a tool used in the construction of igluit (snow houses) or as a weapon by Inuit of the Arctic. The snow knife was originally made from available materials such as bone or horn but the Inuit adapted to …

Prior to the widespread shift to a cash economy and availability of commercially made goods, snow knives, like other traditional tools, were made of materials such as antler and bone. Suuviuaqtot (snow knife) – This snow knife was made of caribou antler by Nunamiut Iñupiaq Simon Paneak of Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska.

Dec 29, 2012 · I believe it is an Inuit made 'Snow Knife' or Pana made sometime between 1800 and 1925 in Canada/Alaska and was used for making the blocks to build an igloo, these tools where multipurpose and...

In this documentary, we dive into the fascinating process of how the Inuit build an igloo, using traditional methods that have been perfected over centuries. Watch as skilled builders demonstrate...

Title: Snow Knife. Date: 19th–20th century. Geography: United States, Alaska. Culture: Inuit. Medium: Ivory. Dimensions: H. 10 7/8 x W. 1 5/16 x D. 3/8 in. (27.7 x 3.4 x 0.9 cm) Classification: Bone/Ivory-Implements. Credit Line: The Michael C. Rockefeller Memorial Collection, Bequest of Nelson A. Rockefeller, 1979. Object Number: 1979.206.881

The Inuit used snow knives to cut blocks from the compact snow, often in order to make a snow igloo.

Jul 9, 2015 · Inuktitut terms for snow and ice often draw very subtle distinctions between a very high number of characteristics. A few of the types are designated with simple words that only apply to these types.

Apr 30, 2020 · The domed snowhouse of the Inuit (known as an igloo; iglu in Inuktitut) became the predominant winter dwelling form. The igloo form may well have been an old one: archaeologists have found snow knives among the Dorset people, the culture which preceded the early Inuit, suggesting that the Dorset may have built with snow prior to 1000 CE.

Traditional Inuit way of life was influenced by the harsh climate and stark landscapes of the Arctic tundra – from beliefs inspired by stories of the aurora to practicalities like homes made of snow. Inuit invented tools, gear, and methods to help them survive in this environment.

Aug 26, 2024 · Inuit ulu making has evolved significantly over the years, adapting to modern influences while still honoring its rich history and cultural significance. Traditionally, the ulu, a crescent-shaped knife, was an essential tool for Inuit women, used for everything from skinning animals to preparing food.