Native American Hopi Carved Hemis Katsina Doll by Marty Naha Sr.
Hemis Katsina appears at the Home-Going (Niman) ceremony in late summer. He is originally from Jemez Pueblo, where he is an important figure in bringing rain prior to harvest. He is the Katsina who brings the grown corn to the people, celebrating a good harvest. This particular doll is carved from a single piece of wood, including the feathers, rattle and pine bough. A beautiful job. Click on numbered boxes below image for additional views.
