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15" tall Hopi Hemis Kachina by R.A. Smith circa 1970 ~Stunning

$ 76.55

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Artisan: R.A.Smith
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: Superb vintage condition
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Provenance: Signed on base
  • Origin: Arizona
  • Tribal Affiliation: Hopi
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Hopi Hemis Kachina by R.A. Smith
    Mixed media with feathers, shells and acrylic paints.
    Measures 15" tall in superb condition. Circa 1970's the headdress is missing some of the small animal fur that would have originally accented it, otherwise in superb condition with vibrant colors.
    The Hemis Kachina is one of the most widely recognized Hopi Kachinas in the world, and is also known as the Niman Kachina, from the ceremony that he appears most often in. The Niman ceremony is performed during the Summer Solstice season in July. At sunrise on the day of the dance, the Hemis Kachina appears in the plaza with corn and melons, representing the abundance of food and good virtues among the deserving Hopi. He is accompanied by other Hemis Kachinas and Kachina Maidens, and all are involved in dancing and singing during this special ceremony that ends the kachina season.
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