Vintage Pacific Northwest Coast Hand-Carved Wood "Bukwus" (Wild Man of the Woods) Mask with Horsehair & Inlaid Abalone EyesUp for sale is a striking, high-quality hand-carved Pacific Northwest Coast cedar mask depicting "Bukwus" (the Wild Man of the Woods). Crafted in the traditional Kwakwaka'wakw / First Nations tradition, this mask features deeply carved features, painted slate and red accent pigments, full natural horsehair trim, and luminous inlaid abalone shell irises that catch the light at every angle.Features & Details:
• Subject: Bukwus / Pukmis ("Wild Man of the Woods")
• Materials: Hand-carved Cedar Wood, Natural Horsehair, Inlaid Iridescent Abalone Shell Eyes
• Dimensions: Approx. 19" Long (top of horsehair to chin) x 12" Wide x 5" Deep
• Backing: Cleanly hollowed interior with hand adze marks; pre-wired with picture wire for easy hanging
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Paint remains crisp, horsehair is full, and abalone shell inlays are intact and vibrant. Please examine photos for full detail.A outstanding display piece for collectors of Indigenous Northwest Coast art, First Nations wood carvings, and tribal portrait masks. Selling as is.
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