#19 • Nunivak Yup'ik Polychrome Wood Puffin Spirit Wheel

Part of March 2023 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $1,500.00

Status: Sold

Category: Ethnographic Objects

A mid to third quarter of the twentieth century Yup'ik polychrome wood spirit mask with stylistic features indicating origins on Nunivak Island. The central carved puffin, with fish clutched within its mouth, is affixed to a bentwood dual hoop frame sporting eight figural appendages. No noted artist signature, but likely the hand of a Shavings family member. Measures approximately 27.5" x 23.25" overall.