Naxnox mask
ca. 1890
The rich repertoire of names and characteristics associated with naxnox (spirit beings) are often disassociated from the masks that represent them. The identity of this simply carved mask is unknown but would have been vividly brought to life in dance movements that pantomimed its personality.
Alder wood, paint
13 3/4 x 11 1/2 x 9 1/16 in. (34.93 x 29.21 x 23.02 cm)
Gift of John H. Hauberg
91.1.48
Provenance: J. J. Klejman, New York, New York, until 1960; John H. Hauberg, Seattle, Washington, 1960-1991; Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, Washington
Photo: Paul Macapia