Mask in the shape of a kayak

Origin: Alaska, USA Culture: Yup’ik Materials: wood, pigments Dating: first half of 20th century
Dimensions: height 49 cm – 19.29”

One of the typical characteristics of Yup’ik iconography is the fusion of anthropomorphic and animal features. The mask depicts the kayak of a hunter in pursuit of prey, with two humanoid spirits sitting inside it.

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