Shaman Figure
Dateca. 1860
Maker
Native American
Tlingit
Label TextSmall carved figures such as this—some having their own miniature masks, tunics and rattles—represent shamans or their spirit helpers and were part of the myriad curing paraphernalia employed to purge the ill person of evil spirits. The club would protect the shaman against his supernatural enemies.
Object number91.1.119
Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, The Box of Daylight, September 15, 1983 - January 8, 1984Credit LineGift of John H. Hauberg
Dimensions14 5/8 x 4 x 3 in. (37.15 x 10.16 x 7.62 cm)
MediumYellow cedar wood, human hair, and paint
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