Native American Hopi Painted Wood and Mixed Media Hu Whipper Kachina Doll miniatures red bodice

red bodice

Titled and dated (on reverse): The Highlight /  Oct 18th '83

(bottom left) Francisca Chiwiwi-Isleta

The hardware is a later addition

Width 60 Depth 80 inches

Native American Hopi Painted Wood and Mixed Media Hu Whipper Kachina Doll miniatures red bodiceDETAILS 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