Description:

Native American, Southwestern USA, Zuni tribe, ca. mid 20th century CE. A handsomely carved and painted wooden "Mudhead" kachina doll. Mudhead, known as Koyemsi, is the kachina who at dances will entertain the audience, especially the children present, with games. Kachina figures are meant as gifts for children representing kachina dancers and the supernatural kachina beings they embody, and are part of the Pueblo tradition, which includes the Hopi and the Zuni tribes. Size: 5.5" W x 15" H (14 cm x 38.1 cm)

Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection

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  • Condition: Legs and arms are repaired. This is well done and difficult to see. Pigment is in nice condition with some light wear around the skirt. Cloth bag is lightly stained.

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