Old Style Hopi Carved Mocking Traditional Clown Katsina Doll

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Old Style Hopi Mocking Traditional Clown Katsina Doll by Samuel Masayumptewa

The Mocking (Kwikwilyaka or Pachavu) Katsina appears in the Mixed and summer dances. He gives commentary on improper social behavior. This Katsina mimics the actions of others. I love this piece by Samuel, especialy the bark and how he tied it to the figure...oh and his double-strand coral necklace. Great details.