Shaman’s Wooden Spirit Mask | Thailand | Mien Tribe | 20th Century

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Front view of an aged wooden ritual mask displayed on a museum-style stand against a white background.
Full 360° spin of an aged tribal wooden mask showing carved eyes, teeth, and surface cracks
Front-facing image of a hand-carved tribal wooden mask mounted on a black stand.
Side profile of a carved wooden ritual mask showing deep patina and sculpted facial contours.
Angled view of an antique tribal-style wooden mask highlighting the weathered texture.
Left-side perspective of an old wooden ceremonial mask mounted on a display stand.
Rear view of a ceremonial wooden mask revealing tool marks and structural carving.
Oblique angle of a carved wooden mask revealing surface cracking and age wear.
Close-up of the mask’s eye openings showing carving marks and weathered wood grain.
Surface texture detail of the antique wooden mask highlighting cracks and coloration.
  • Front view of an aged wooden ritual mask displayed on a museum-style stand against a white background.
  • Full 360° spin of an aged tribal wooden mask showing carved eyes, teeth, and surface cracks
  • Front-facing image of a hand-carved tribal wooden mask mounted on a black stand.
  • Side profile of a carved wooden ritual mask showing deep patina and sculpted facial contours.
  • Angled view of an antique tribal-style wooden mask highlighting the weathered texture.
  • Left-side perspective of an old wooden ceremonial mask mounted on a display stand.
  • Rear view of a ceremonial wooden mask revealing tool marks and structural carving.
  • Oblique angle of a carved wooden mask revealing surface cracking and age wear.
  • Close-up of the mask’s eye openings showing carving marks and weathered wood grain.
  • Surface texture detail of the antique wooden mask highlighting cracks and coloration.
Front view of an aged wooden ritual mask displayed on a museum-style stand against a white background.
Full 360° spin of an aged tribal wooden mask showing carved eyes, teeth, and surface cracks
Front-facing image of a hand-carved tribal wooden mask mounted on a black stand.
Side profile of a carved wooden ritual mask showing deep patina and sculpted facial contours.
Angled view of an antique tribal-style wooden mask highlighting the weathered texture.
Left-side perspective of an old wooden ceremonial mask mounted on a display stand.
Rear view of a ceremonial wooden mask revealing tool marks and structural carving.
Oblique angle of a carved wooden mask revealing surface cracking and age wear.
Close-up of the mask’s eye openings showing carving marks and weathered wood grain.
Surface texture detail of the antique wooden mask highlighting cracks and coloration.

Shaman’s Wooden Spirit Mask | Thailand | Mien Tribe | 20th Century

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern Thailand / Laos Highlands (Yao/Mien Tribe)
Material: Hand-carved hardwood with natural aged patina
Period: Early to Mid 20th Century (circa 1930–1950)

Description
This expressive hand-carved ritual mask originates from the Yao (Mien) hill tribes of Northern Thailand or Laos, communities known for their deep-rooted animist and shamanic traditions. Crafted from dense hardwood and shaped with dramatically recessed eyes, a pronounced nose ridge, and exposed tooth-like details, the mask embodies the symbolic transformation used in Yao spiritual practice.

Shamans—known as txiv neeb (spirit healers)—wore masks of this type during ceremonies involving ancestor veneration, healing rites, spirit communication, and protective rituals. The weathered surface, ritual wear, and sculptural intensity reflect decades of ceremonial handling and cultural significance.

Features

- Distinct carved eyes, prominent nose ridge, and open mouth with stylized teeth

- Deep, natural surface patina developed from age and ritual use

- Hand-carved from dense, heavy hardwood

- Strong sculptural presence suitable for wall or stand display

Cultural Significance
In Yao/Mien spiritual practice, ritual masks served as powerful conduits between worlds. When worn, they allowed the shaman to:

- Invoke ancestral protectors

- Mediate between the human and spirit realms

- Perform healing, blessing, and divination rituals

- Safeguard the household during annual ceremonies

Each mask was carved with symbolic intention, functioning as both a sacred tool and a transformed identity for the shaman during rites.

Condition
Excellent ethnographic condition with expected age-related wear.
Surface shows ritual weathering, cracks, mineral patination, and handling marks consistent with long-term use.
Structurally stable with no modern repairs.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 14 in
Width: 6.25 in
Depth: 5.75 in

Age
Early–Mid 20th Century (circa 1930–1950)

Learn More

Explore museum-documented spirit masks and global ritual traditions: Alaskan Spirit Mask – Science Museum Group

Discover more rare ethnographic relics in our curated collection: Ethnographic Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern Thailand / Laos Highlands (Yao/Mien Tribe)
Material: Hand-carved hardwood with natural aged patina
Period: Early to Mid 20th Century (circa 1930–1950)

Description
This expressive hand-carved ritual mask originates from the Yao (Mien) hill tribes of Northern Thailand or Laos, communities known for their deep-rooted animist and shamanic traditions. Crafted from dense hardwood and shaped with dramatically recessed eyes, a pronounced nose ridge, and exposed tooth-like details, the mask embodies the symbolic transformation used in Yao spiritual practice.

Shamans—known as txiv neeb (spirit healers)—wore masks of this type during ceremonies involving ancestor veneration, healing rites, spirit communication, and protective rituals. The weathered surface, ritual wear, and sculptural intensity reflect decades of ceremonial handling and cultural significance.

Features

- Distinct carved eyes, prominent nose ridge, and open mouth with stylized teeth

- Deep, natural surface patina developed from age and ritual use

- Hand-carved from dense, heavy hardwood

- Strong sculptural presence suitable for wall or stand display

Cultural Significance
In Yao/Mien spiritual practice, ritual masks served as powerful conduits between worlds. When worn, they allowed the shaman to:

- Invoke ancestral protectors

- Mediate between the human and spirit realms

- Perform healing, blessing, and divination rituals

- Safeguard the household during annual ceremonies

Each mask was carved with symbolic intention, functioning as both a sacred tool and a transformed identity for the shaman during rites.

Condition
Excellent ethnographic condition with expected age-related wear.
Surface shows ritual weathering, cracks, mineral patination, and handling marks consistent with long-term use.
Structurally stable with no modern repairs.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 14 in
Width: 6.25 in
Depth: 5.75 in

Age
Early–Mid 20th Century (circa 1930–1950)

Learn More

Explore museum-documented spirit masks and global ritual traditions: Alaskan Spirit Mask – Science Museum Group

Discover more rare ethnographic relics in our curated collection: Ethnographic Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

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