Kachina Collection

HOPI KACHINA DOLL. Talavai (Morning Singer), a Hopi spirit or Kachina, dressed in a cape and headdress. Carved wooden doll from Arizona

Mad Stone Eater Kachina, c. 1900. Creator: Unknown
Mad Stone Eater Kachina, c. 1900. Wooden Kachina doll with pigment and plant fibre. Hopi, First Mesa, Arizona

Kachina Doll, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Jane Iverson
Kachina Doll, 1935/1942

Doll of Calako Mana (colour litho)
980388 Doll of Calako Mana (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Doll of Calako Mana)

Katcina Mask with Squash Blossom Appendage and Rain Cloud Symbolism (colour litho)
980390 Katcina Mask with Squash Blossom Appendage and Rain Cloud Symbolism (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Four Katchina dolls (mixed media)
HSC249811 Four Katchina dolls (mixed media) by American School; Horniman Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: used for promoting the return of animals; ); Photo eHeini Schneebeli; American

Four Katchina dolls (mixed media)
HSC249812 Four Katchina dolls (mixed media) by American School; Horniman Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: used for promoting the return of animals; ); Photo eHeini Schneebeli; American

Doll of Calako Taka (colour litho)
980389 Doll of Calako Taka (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Doll of Calako Taka)

Hopi dancers, wearing Hemis Kachina masks and sprigs of evergreen, lined up at a pueblo in Arizona during the Niman
HOPI DANCERS, c1913. Hopi dancers, wearing Hemis Kachina masks and sprigs of evergreen, lined up at a pueblo in Arizona during the Niman Kachina or going home ceremony in the month of July

HOPI CEREMONY, c1900. Hopi dancers in Hemis Kachina masks receiving the prayers and good wishes of villagers at a pueblo in Arizona

KACHINA DANCE, c1903. Hopi rainmaking ceremony with kachina masks in the village of Shungopavi, Arizona. Stereograph, c1903

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Native American ceremonial figure with rain, fresco on a kiva interior wall, circa 1500, Tiguex (Kuaua Pueblo) on the Rio Grande, Coronado State Park in Bernalillo County, New Mexico

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Ceremonial figure with cornstalk, a fresco on interior kiva wall, circa 1500 at Tiguex (Kuaua Pueblo) on the Rio Grande, Coronado State Park in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Digital photograph

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Anasazi / Ancestral Puebloan petroglyphs of " whipping kachinas" at Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado. Digital photograph

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Kachina Natural Bridge, Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, United States of America, North America

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Kachina Natural Bridge, Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, United States of America, North America

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"Exploring the Enchanting World of Kachina: A Glimpse into Hopi Culture and Spirituality" Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of kachina, as we delve into the rich traditions and symbolism behind these remarkable Hopi dolls. Talavai, known as the Morning Singer, stands adorned in a magnificent cape and headdress, embodying the spirit of this ancient culture. Crafted from wood with meticulous detail by unknown hands around 1900, the Mad Stone Eater Kachina exudes an air of mystery that leaves us wondering about its creator. Intriguingly, Jane Iverson's Kachina Doll from 1935/1942 showcases her artistic prowess through intricate carvings that bring to life Calako Mana. This colorful litho doll captures our attention with vibrant hues and evokes a sense of wonderment at its cultural significance. The Katcina Mask with Squash Blossom Appendage and Rain Cloud Symbolism is a visual feast for the eyes. Its symbolic representation resonates deeply within Hopi ceremonies, reminding us of their connection to nature's rhythms. Marvel at Four Katchina dolls crafted using mixed media techniques; each one tells a unique story through its materials and design. These dolls serve as tangible embodiments of ancestral spirits that guide and protect their community. Witnessing Hopi dancers wearing Hemis Kachina masks during ceremonial events like Niman or going home ceremony transports us back in time to c1913 Arizona. Their graceful movements honor tradition while invoking prayers for blessings upon their people. Step further into history with images capturing early 20th-century ceremonies such as the mesmerizing Hopi rainmaking ritual featuring kachina masks in Shungopavi village. The power emanating from these sacred dances is palpable even through photographs taken over a century ago.