HEMIS. The Kachina's face is divided in the middle by a blac - Lot 233

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HEMIS. The Kachina's face is divided in the middle by a blac - Lot 233
HEMIS. The Kachina's face is divided in the middle by a black band with three white circles, symbolizing corn kernels. On the right-hand side is a bean motif, and on the left-hand side, two half-moons. The three-step tableta, or stairway to heaven, is decorated with corncob motifs. The torso is dark with a double white band. The Kachina wears an orange sash and a skirt with a decorated flap. These Kachina are admired during the Niman (homecoming). They carry the first shots of corn. Painted wood, orange, black and white polychromy. Height: 44.5 cm. Arizona. Hopi people. Circa 1920. Former private collection, Connecticut.
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