This is a Bumble Bee (also called “The Scratcher”) mask from the Kwakiutl people of the Pacific Northwest. Often worn by children during the Potlatch ceremony, the Bee Dancers would provide some comic relief as they buzzed around the participants. Those that were “stung” by the bees would then be compensated with gifts.
This is a Bumble Bee (also called “The Scratcher”) mask from the Kwakiutl people of the Pacific Northwest. Often worn by children […]
Soapstone is a wonderful medium for carving and is often used to create visages of animals. Because the stone is relatively soft, […]
This exquisite piece from our exhibits conveys an impressive degree of realism. The face is made from clay native to the America’s; […]
Inuit girls were taught at a very young age the basic skills needed to perform adult tasks. Those skills were learned by […]
