H-110-0086
Native American Hopi Painted Wood and Mixed Media Hu Whipper Kachina Doll
$895.00 $450.00
DETAILS
Vintage Native American kachina doll of Hu or The Whipper Kachina who is thought to have the power to maintain order during dance ceremonies by whipping misbehaving kachinas and people. He features horns on the side of his head, bulging eyes and zigzag teeth. Hand crafted with painted wood with fabric and feather accessories.
STYLE
Native American
COLOR(S)
Black, blue, red, white, yellow
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
PERIOD
Early-Mid 20th century
DATE
Circa 1920-50
DIMENSIONS
Width 6 Depth 5 Height 11 inches
CONDITION
Note: hands would have held whips.
