Figure Item Number: A2521 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Carving of a crouched man with bird on head. Strong facial features with teeth bared. Rib cage protruding and muscles in legs well defined. Long braid at back of head.
Carvings similar to this one were made by Tlingit artists for sale to collectors. The carving style suggests it was likely made by Mike Kadannaha, as a sale piece for collectors.
Figure likely depicts a shaman, possibly being tortured.