HOPI KACHINA FIGURE

Joseph Jacinto Mora (1876-1947), Monterey, acquired when living near Oraibi between 1904-1906

Jo N. Mora Jr, Monterey, by descent from the above

George Terasaki, New York, acquired from the above in March, 1972

Alexandra Pascassio and George Terasaki, Kachina: George Terasaki Collection, Paris, 2008, n.p., cat. no. 4

Heheya Aumutaqa is an offspring of the ogre kachinas, and often acts as their servant during ceremonial dances. He is seen holding different items such as a lasso to intimidate the onlooking crowd. He participates in numerous dances including the Powamu or Bean Dance ceremony in February, and the Niman or "farewell" ceremony in July.