Engraved Shell Masks In North America

Abstract

Engraved masks are a widespread late prehistoric and early historic southeastern art form. Variability of shape and decoration indicate regional stylistic expressions of a similar theme. The exclusive use of shell masks in male contexts is found to characterize all areas where they have been recovered. Our interpretation of the symbolism of the masks suggests that they functioned in a warfare and perhaps a hunting related role.

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