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Mask of the Hehea (Blunderer) of the Nadir, Zuni nation
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Mask of the Hehea (Blunderer) of the Nadir, Zuni nation
Mask of the Hehea (Blunderer) of the Nadir, Zuni nation. Chromolithograph by August Hoen from John Wesley Powells 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington, 1904
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23rd Annual Bureau Ceremony Ethnography Ethnology Hoen Mask Nadir Nation Powell Report Ritual Wesley Zuni
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Mask of the Hehea (Blunderer) of the Nadir, Zuni Nation: A Cultural and Ritual Artifact This stunning chromolithograph depicts the Mask of the Hehea (Blunderer) of the Nadir, a sacred mask from the Zuni Nation in the Southwestern United States. The mask is a significant cultural artifact of the Zuni people, who have a rich and complex history of ritual and ceremony. The Mask of the Hehea is used during the Nadir Dance, a performance that is believed to bring rain and ensure a bountiful harvest. The mask is worn by a dancer who represents the Hehea, a mythical clown figure who is known for his blunders and mistakes. The mask is covered in intricate geometric designs and features large, expressive eyes and a wide, toothy grin. This chromolithograph was created by August Hoen for the 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, published by John Wesley Powell in Washington, D.C., in 1904. Chromolithography is a printing process that uses multiple plates to create a color image, resulting in a high level of detail and vibrancy. The Mask of the Hehea is an important symbol of the Zuni people's cultural heritage and religious traditions. It represents the importance of community, the power of ritual to bring about change, and the enduring connection between the natural world and the human spirit. This beautiful chromolithograph offers a glimpse into the rich and complex world of the Zuni people and their traditions.
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