Hand-carved wooden False Face–style mask associated with Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) traditions. Regarded as a “helper” or guardian figure, it symbolizes protection and the dispersal of illness and negative forces, reflecting the powerful spiritual language of Haudenosaunee carving.
It is important to note that the Haudenosaunee Confederacy has a strict policy regarding these masks. While artists like Gene Thomas carve some masks specifically for the public/collectors (which are not “blessed” or used in ceremonies), traditionalists believe that all…
Dark red False Face–style mask by Gene Thomas, featuring a sharply angled “broken” nose, deeply carved facial lines, and glowing copper inlay eyes. Long black hair frames the face, enhancing its dramatic, intense presence. Hand-signed on the reverse, “Broken Nose…
