#77 • Two Expressive Whalebone Hanging Face Masks

Part of October 2026 Curiosities Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $5.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Oct 25, 2026 4:28 PM AKDT

Category: Ethnographic Objects

Two hanging masks carved from porous whalebone. One has wide-open eyes and prominent lips; the other has closed eyes and a curved smile. Both are fitted with hanging ties. The larger measures approximately 5.5" x 1" x 7.5".