atłaamł (Mask)

Salmon Woman mask; part of the atłaamł dance series.

Acquired through marriage of Harry Mountain's father to woman from Rivers Inlet: awik!nux (M. Martin, 1952).

Represents Salmon Woman, K!yutala.

Mask depicting a salmon. Details painted in red, orange, and black on white background. Two fish painted in red, green and white are placed on side of face. Back has twig frame to secure mask to head. Traces of cedar bark and feathers on top of head.