The first Katsina dolls were carved in what is called "Early Traditional Style." These dolls appeared between 1880 and 1910. These dolls were flat or cylindrical and very simple in form and carving, and painted with native mineral pigments. These "New Traditional Style" Katsinas are an artistic movement which is firmly rooted in these old ways, but these dolls are by no means simply copies of the Early Traditionals. There are distinct features that set them apart, ranging from the carving, sanding and painting styles to more obvious changes in body proportions, posture, feet and faces. Carvers and collectors alike appreciate this style not only for the step back in time to what Katsinas looked like before any influences from the white man, but more importantly, the rich Hopi culture that these New Traditional Katsinas represent.

We carry Native American pottery, kachinas, Indian artifacts, Indian jewelry, Hopi Old Style Katsinas, Hopi Full-Figure Katsinas, Navajo Katsinas, Horsehair Pottery, sand paintings, Native American original art, prints, and much more.

SHIPPING NOTE: Our website estimates shipping at 15% of the cost of the item. With Hopi Katsinas the amount that shows on the invoice is quite high. Please be assured that these wonderful pieces of sculpture will be shipped at around the $20.00-$30.00 range for a single piece. Most of our Hopi are shipped USPS Priority Mail. We have found the Post Office to do more "hand-holding" of these very fragile pieces.