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Ritual mask - Swaixwe, the mythical Sky Being | McCord Museum
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Swaixwe, the mythical Sky Being

Ritual mask

Swaixwe, the mythical Sky Being
Artist
Period Début 20e siècle
Medium / Technique Wood, paint
Dimensions51.2 x 32 x 16.9 cm
ClassificationCommunication Objects - Ceremonial Objects - Religious Objects
CultureIndigenous: Coast Salish
Origin Vancouver Island, Cowichan District, British Columbia, Canada
Geocultural Area Northwest Coast
Object NumberME938.12
DivisionIndigenous Cultures - Historical Objects
CreditGift of Dr. W. D. Lighthall
Status
Not on view

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This project is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Azrieli Foundation and Canadian Heritage.