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Mask

Object Details

Collection History
Collection history unknown; purchased by MAI in 1950 from Altman Antiques (Los Angeles, California), operated by Ralph C. Altman (1909-1967).
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Data Source
National Museum of the American Indian
Culture/People
Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl)
Previous owner
Altman Antiques
Seller
Altman Antiques
Seller agent
Ralph C. Altman, Non-Indian, 1909-1967
Object Name
Mask
Media/Materials
Wood
Techniques
Carved, painted
Object Type
Masks and Masking
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