Northwest Coast Polychrome Carved Wood Mask

Description:

Northwest Coast Polychrome Carved Wood Mask, Kwakiutl, c. last quarter 19th century, the hollowed cedar form with open mouth, the articulated lower lip secured by a strip of cloth painted to match the wood, with pierced eyes and nostrils, stylized painting, and incised lines overall, remnant nails probably secured head cloth at one time, ht. 11 1/2 in.

Provenance: From the estate of Phoebe Flory Walker, Mt. Vernon, New Hampshire.
Estimate $8,000-12,000

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