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Large Mudhead Katsina with child
Large Mudhead Katsina with child
Large Mudhead Katsina with child
Large Mudhead Katsina with child
Large Mudhead Katsina with child

Large Mudhead Katsina with child

$ 87.11

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Artisan: Largo
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Provenance: Maddox Estate
  • Origin: New Mexico
  • Tribal Affiliation: hopi

    Description

    Koyemsi, Mudhead Katsinas serve religious and secular functions. They function as chiefs during the season called Kwiyamuya and as clowns at other times. They are probably the most popular and recognized of all Katsina. They appear in almost every ceremony as clowns, drummers, announcers of dances, and other roles.
    This Mudhead Katsina doll is a typical example of a Hopi carving being simple in style and nicely painted. The entire doll is carved from cottonwood root.   Where it is not museum quality, it is a nice addition to a collection due to its size and the child on its shoulders.    Charging just what I paid for it more than 25 years ago.