Native American / First Nations, Northeastern United States, New York, or Canada, Ontario, Six Nations, Iroquois, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A corn husk mask known as Gajesa or Bushy Head, the braided husks are sewn into a simple face with a long nose. This type of mask was traditionally used in the medicine Society of Husk Faces during a winter festival to represent spirits where the seasons are reversed. The pursed lips symbolizes the whistling / blowing of the benevolent west wind. Size: 15" L x 12" W (38.1 cm x 30.5 cm)

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Provenance: private Alamo, California, USA collection, before 2000; ex-Dr. P. Jones collection, New York, USA, 1968

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Losses and unraveling to fibers on mouth. Staining and discoloration. Active flaking to husk tassels when handled.