Cod Fish Mask
Dateca. 1970-71
Maker
Sam Johnson
Kwakwaka'wakw, Musgama Dzawada'enuxw Nation, born ca. 1930
Object numberSC2006.1
ProvenanceThis group of ten masks was created to be used during the opening dances at the Sea Monster House at the Pacific Science Center, Seattle in ca. 1970-71. Each represents a different animal, some supernatural, many with recognizable features including Codfish, Bukwus, Porcupine, Kingfisher, Owl, Grizzly Bear, Deer, Mouse Woman, Raccoon, and Wolf.
Credit LineGift of the Pacific Science Center
Dimensions12 3/4 x 9 1/8 x 9 1/2 in. (32.39 x 23.18 x 24.13 cm)
MediumRed cedar, paint, cloth
Mungo Martin (Nakapankam)
ca. 1940
Object number: 91.1.7
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