This is a rare Squirrel Mask from Rabinal; it is brown painted and has a black stripe from the forehead till the nose. The beautiful painted eyes are decorated with a yellow background; the black snout is highlighted by red and yellow painted mouth. Round wood black painted ears complete this gorgeous Squirrel. Patina on the back denotes use and age. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.
Age: Approximately carved in the 1960’s.
Ethnic Group: K’iché Achí
Origin: Rabinal, Baja Verapaz
Materials: Wood
Use: Baile de Animalitos Test of the Rope, Baile Convite
Technique: hand carved at a Morería
Size: Approximately 7.5” x 6.5” x 4”