Large Canadian West Coast Painted Wooden Mask – Northwest Coast Style
$395.00
This large painted wooden mask exemplifies the dramatic carving traditions of the Canadian Northwest Coast. Featuring bold colours of green, yellow, black, white, and red, it showcases wide expressive eyes, a prominent nose, an open red mouth, and a geometric forehead pattern. Stylistically, it aligns with Kwakwaka’wakw-influenced ceremonial forms, though the specific nation and artist are not identified. Inside the mask are several inscriptions, likely representing past owners, performers, or community members. A striking example of Northwest Coast theatrical mask-making, it reflects the rich cultural artistry of the region.
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