Mask

Item number A17143 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.

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Description

Dzunuk'wa mask. Dark grey humanoid mask with pursed, protruding lips, a hooked nose, sunken cheeks, bulging eyes, and a heavy brow ridge. Cheeks, nostrils, eyes, and two spots on the forehead are painted red.

History Of Use

Dzunuk'wa mask.

Narrative

This mask and A1743 show similar carving treatment of the eye, cheek and mouth areas; possibly carved by the same artist.

Iconographic Meaning

A black mask with pursed lips indicates the mask represents Dzunuk'wa.

Item History

What

Name
Mask
Identification Number
A17143
Type of Item
mask
Material
wood and paint
Manufacturing Technique
carved and painted
Overall
height 39.0 cm, width 27.0 cm, depth 12.0 cm

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
British Columbia, Canada

Who

Culture
Kwakwaka'wakw
Previous Owner
Walter C. Koerner
Received from
Walter C. Koerner (Donor)

When

Ownership Date
before January 1973
Acquisition Date
during January 1973

Other

Condition
fair
Accession Number
0233/0009
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