Qaluyaarmiut Yup'ik - Nelson Island Eskimo.
This is a goodwill halibut mask given for the fisherman who would provide their families with the seasons catch. The woman of the house is given high honors in giving the first catch out to the community as they do with all species to insure a bountiful catch during the season. Also a message to the community that she has little to worry about her future supply of halibut as her house is blessed with successful fishermen.
Red cedar
$900.00

Special Note: All purchases of masks should be made to: Mary Kailukiak, Box 37145 Toksook Bay, Alaska 99637.
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