Lot 4
  • 4

A Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina Doll, attributed to Wilson Tawaquaptewa

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

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standing on wide, semi-circular feet and holding a quadruped in his mouth, his body decorated with a series of spots, the case mask with a broad band across the eyes, in black, and flanked with tall, upright ears.

Condition

Very good original condition with typical wear for its age, slight abrasion on the back lower edge of the kilt. The left arm might have been broken and re-glued.
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