Hopi Katsina figure
Mediumwood and hair
Dimensions9 13/16 × 1 1/2 in. (24.9 × 3.8 cm)
ClassificationsArt
Catalog number668.3
DescriptionAn old Hopi Katsina figure, carved in a distinct way to resemble a slender human-like figure.The eyes, cheek marks, and mouth are painted on, the arms are tucked inwards, and the feet are present but the doll cannot quite stand on its own. Finally, there is a piece of cloth attached to the doll, with hair behind it to resemble a tail. The doll is primarily painted white, with dark blue, red, and green accents.Status
Not on view
