mask (dance & live theatre)

This mask, probably of red cedar, is carved with the bold volumes and sharp edges characteristic of the southern Northwest Coast, and especially of the Kwakwaka'wakw and Nuxalk. It was probably carved circa 1850 - 1920, and is a good example of a hawk mask. It is a crest mask, representing a chief's privilege and not a shaman's helper spirit. It is decorated with black and red pigment.

object
MUSEUM NUMBER
1997.80
PLACE
COLLECTION
MEASUREMENTS
overall: 245 mm x 120 mm x 195 mm
MATERIAL/TECHNIQUE
wood; pigment
CATEGORY
Anthropology: Ethnography
LOCATION
SHAREABLE LINK

Continue exploring anthropology

Collection Information

These objects are only a part of our collections, of which there are more than 350,000 objects. This information comes from our collections database. Some of this is incomplete and there may be errors. This part of the website is also still under construction, so there may be some fields repeated or incorrectly formatted information.

The database retains language taken from historical documents to help research. Please note that some records may feature language and reflect systems of thinking that are outdated and offensive. The database also includes information on objects that are considered secret or sacred by some communities.

If you have any further information about objects in our collections, can suggest corrections to our information or if you see content requiring immediate action, please contact us: enquiry@horniman.ac.uk