NORTHWEST COAST FIRST NATIONS WILD MAN POOKMIS MASK. Wooden mask representing a Wild Man figure, which includes the spirit known as Pookmis (or Pookoobs / Pukwu:bis / Pukmis / Pookmis), a "Drown Whaler Spirit." The deep carving, strong brow, and bold features are hallmarks carvings from groups like the Kwakwaka'wakw or Nuu-chah-nulth nations in British Columbia. The headdress uses a rough, shredded, reddish-brown material (shredded cedar bark?). - Length (including headdress): Approx. 36 inches. Estimate $200-300
