Woman with Spirit FaceView more work by Gary Sockpick
Fine line work, great symmetry and an inlaid ivory face make this mask distinct. The woman's hair part is accentuated by three baleen inlaid dots on the forehead. The mouth is open with an carved walrus ivory spirit face inset.
Artist |
Gary Sockpick |
Origin |
Shishmaref, AK |
Dimensions |
6.5 x 6.5 x .75 in |
Materials |
Whalebone, walrus ivory, baleen |
Culture |
Inupiaq |
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