The mask represents either a Viejo (Old Man) or Juan the Hunter or Rastrero (Tracker), Western Mexico, Early 20th C.
Juan Y Negro, Mid 20th Century, Central Mexico.
Juan the Tracker or Rastrero, A wild man of the forest.
First Half of the 20th Century, Oaxaca, ixtle fiber hair.
El Tigre Mask, 1960s, Oaxaca
Jaguars have an ancient history in Mexica art and religion. In Oaxaca, besides the fearsome attributes of the Jaguar, they are also associated bringing life-giving rain.
Maya Indian Pascola Goat Mask
Early 20th Century
Yaqui Mask
Tarahumara Mask, Late 19, Early 20th Century
