Tlingit Polychrome Wood Staff

with rectangular grip emerging to a face, with parted lips and exaggerated eye rims, surmounted by a tall blade-like projection, possibly a representation of a dorsal fin, painted in red and black pigments, with totemic designs; the trailing edge with a series of drilled holes inserted with black hair pendants.

Good to very good original condition, with wear, fading and some abrasion to the painted surface.
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