Native American Hopi Carved Heoto Mana Kachina Sculpture (Katsina Sculpture)

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Native American Hopi Carved Heoto Mana Katsina Doll by Aaron Honyumptewa

The Heoto Mana Kachina is in a category of Kachinas that can either be considered as warriors, or guards. Individually, the Heoto mana may function as a policewoman. Over the years, many of these original functions have been lost. The Heoto Mana, and the Heoto may have both come from the Zuni tribe. The Heoto Mana appears everywhere with Heoto and dances on all three mesas. Her function is similar to that of He-e-e, the Warrior Maiden Kachina. She also acts as a guard in some places. This is a really amazing piece by Aaron. He has so much detail in every little part of this new style it is difficult to show in photos.