“In the old times, art was thought to symbolize a common underlying element in which all species shared. Kwakwaka’wakw art consist of a diverse range of crafts, including totems, masks, textiles, jewellery and a multitude of carved objects.” ~ Wikipedia
The Crooked Beak Of Heaven Mask now resides in New York City at the Metropolitan Museum of Art … far far away from where it was crafted in the 19th century … pity!
I am going to reach out to the Met and see if they can provide us with more information about this amazing mask.
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Image Credit
Photographed By PierreSelim – Wikimedia Creative Commons
What a powerful work of art, Gil. Thank you for sharing it with us. I’d be anxious to hear what the Met has to say about its story.
Thanks Tess!
Me too! Stay tuned π
As a mask one assumes it is worn on the face. This however looks as though it would be a head dress. It is absolutely gorgeous and one hopes for the usual spiritual message. Cannot wait, but must, for the next information on this beautiful work of sheer magical art.
Thanks mom π
Will let you know what I find out!