Handmask

CultureInuit

Date1825-1875

MediumCarved whalebone with feathers

DimensionsOverall: 6 1/8 × 3 1/8 inches (15.56 × 7.94 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Berger

Object numberF82-49/3.1-4

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Not on view

Collections

North American Indian Art

Terms

Sculpture

DescriptionOval maskette with round eyes and mouth surrounded by narrow band. Three feathers protrude from top and sides of head. Neck ending in two holes for finger holds. Nice old patina.

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