Native American Hopi Carved Qalavi Ceremonial Katsina Doll by Frankie Howard
Qalavi only appears on Second Mesa. He restrains the Kachina Clan initiates during their ceremonial whipping at Powamu. This Qalavi by Frankie Howard is spectacular not only in his motion, but also the complex carving on the base of this Katsina. A wonderful carving complete with Ogre, Grandmother and Pueblo. Click on numbered boxes below image for additional views.
