Native American Hopi Carved Mudhead Kachina Dolls (Katsina Dolls)

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Native American Hopi Carved Mudhead Katsina Dolls by Aaron Honyumptewa

The Mudhead (Koyemsi) leads the racers into the village and challenges villagers in contests to prove their strength. During the rests in a dance, Mudheads may engage in games with the boys and girls in the audience. At other times, only a single Mudhead may appear as a drummer for a group. Should a dancer not have the proper mask or be late in arriving, he can easily become a Mudhead by donning that mask. These Katsinam appear in almost every Hopi dance. This threesome of Mudhead Warriors shows a father, wrapped in a blanket to ward off the cold from him and his sons. They are at their first night dance. These little Mudheads will be learning all about their roles in the dances so when they are old enough to participate they will understand the importance of each Katsina. A great piece by Aaron who we have not had in the shop for years.