Mask of the Octopus Hunter

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Ceremonial Indian Mask


You are viewing an unusual image of Mask of the Octopus Hunter. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis. The image shows a Ceremonial mask worn by a dancer portraying the hunter in Bella Bella mythology who killed the giant man-eating octopus. The dance was performed during Tluwulahu, a four day ceremony prior to the Winter Dance. We have created this collection of images primarily to serve as an easy to access educational tool. Contact curator@old-picture.com. Image ID# 98445E59 Ref: loc/Edward Curtis