Despite his bulging eyes, horns and toothy beak, Ho’ote Kachina is a benevolent kachina who sings for rain, and the stars and moon symbols on his face are prayers to bring the spring flowers.
Katsina dolls of this style were routinely made by Hopi carvers in the early- to mid-twentieth century as items for sale to tourists driving through the Southwest, and known as Route 66 kachinas as they were to be found in trading posts along Route 66.
This doll is carved from cottonwood, decorated with paint, and has string around its neck for display. Circa 19402, 6 1/4 inches tall.
Despite his bulging eyes, horns and toothy beak, Ho’ote Kachina is a benevolent kachina who sings for rain, and the stars and moon symbols on his face are prayers to bring the spring flowers.
Katsina dolls of this style were routinely made by Hopi carvers in the early- to mid-twentieth century as items for sale to tourists driving through the Southwest, and known as Route 66 kachinas as they were to be found in trading posts along Route 66.
This doll is carved from cottonwood, decorated with paint, and has string around its neck for display. Circa 19402, 6 1/4 inches tall.
