PS: Genuine Northwest Coast Native masks were never carved out of anything that might be called acacia, albesia, albezia, or mimosa....or as one...
On the turtle, the original poster was confused - hawksbill and seahawk are not related. :angelic:
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100% agree with the manufactured piece diagnosis - I think it is likely one of the cast plaster-like items rather than resin though; similar to...
I know nothing about Ball jars - but have heard that there are now reproductions/fakes being manufactured. If I were collecting Ball jars, one of...
It isn't in the style of any Northwest Coast or Alaskan Native spoons with which I am familiar- that is, not Kwakiutl, Tsimshian, Tlingit, Haida,...
The shape of blade and hilt indicate it is a kindjal, to me. I wouldn't think the markings change that opinion, but I can't make out what they...
Stylistically speaking, it doesn't look like what I'd expect from native work.
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