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Antique Native American Hopi Carved Hemis Katsina Doll by David Phillips
Hemis Katsina appears at the Home-Going (Niman) ceremony in late summer (July). 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, ensuring a good harvest. This particular doll was carved by Hopi artist David Phillips in the early 1970s. It is a rather large down due to the size of his tablita, which is crowned with feathers and corn tassels. He wears a green wool yarn (spruce) ruff around his neck and carries it is his hand. He has yarn around his check which is decorated with friendship signs, and he has a yarn tied on his wrist and knee. A painted red felt sash wraps his waist and down his right side. A really wonderful older "Going Home" katsina. Click on numbered boxes below image for additional views.
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David Phillips |
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20 in. tall |
| Price: $1,600.00 |
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