carved stylized male figure, the circular head with exaggerated features in relief, curved shoulders, slightly spread legs, rectangular torso; the face with distinct brow, almond shaped eyes, rounded cheeks and downward turned mouth with parted lips; 37" tall
Provenance: Christies' New York, December 5, 1996, lot 193, Important American Indian Art, Property of a Long Island Collector
Such figures were housed in large numbers in an enclosure and were potent powers which helped to lure whales toward shore.
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Shows much weathering, as if kept outside, legs shortened, residual gray color.

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