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Native American Hopi Carved Snake Dancer Katsina Dolls by Neil David Sr.
Snake Dancer Katsinamm (Chusona) appear at late summer dances. Chusona is said to dance with a snake in his mouth. Because his appearance at the dance attracted many non-natives and reactions to him were often inappropriate, the dance is closed to non-natives. Chusona is mistakenly taken for a Katsina. He is not, being rather a society personage, but one of great popularity. The Snake Dance has always had an intense fascination for the non-Hopi, and in consequence effigies of this personage have been carved for many years. This is the first Chusona that Neil David Sr. has carved. It is wonderful to have a "first" for such an established carver. Click on numbered boxes below image for additional views.
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Neil David Sr. |
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8 in. tall |
Regular Price: $1,500.00
On Sale For: $800.00 |
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