Spectacled Bear Mask Item Number: 3010/10 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Spectacled Bear mask. Bear has small pointed ears extending upwards, large red circles around the eyes, and a red headband. Pointed snout with bared teeth, and long extended canines. Three holes drilled down along the top of the head. String is stapled to the back of the mask. Back of mask painted black.

History Of Use

Used for carnival, a time of encounter both with friends and ancestors.