Ceremonial Jaguar Mask, yellow, green and orange painted with black circles all over his skin. Black painted eyebrows and eyelashes highlighted the green painted nutshell-made eyes giving the piece an outstanding expression. Notice the prominent tusks and orange carved snout with red nose-holes; alert positioned green ears denote the readiness for the hunt. The backside patina denotes wear. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.
Age: Approximately carved in the 1960’s.
Ethnic Group: K’iché
Origin: San Andrés Xecúl, Totonicapán
Materials: Wood
Use: Deer Dance, Palo Volador, Test of the Rope
Technique: hand carved at a Morería
Size: Approximately 8” x 6.5” x 7”