Nuhlimkilaka

Kwakiutl person wearing an oversize mask and hands representing a forest spirit, Nuhlimkilaka, ("bringer of confusion").

Here we present a stunning image of Nuhlimkilaka. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis.

The image shows Kwakiutl person wearing an oversize mask and hands representing a forest spirit, Nuhlimkilaka, ("bringer of confusion").

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Image ID# 8764750A

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Indians

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Indian Ceremonies

• Indian Clothing and Dress

• Kwakiutl

• Native Americans

• Portraits