This kachina was carved from one piece of cottonwood root except for a few feathers
with fine linework used to define the deer’s form and texture
This piece also features 14k Gold Spacers
Old-Style Hopi Dress (Kwasay’itaka) Flat Kachina Doll
blending traditional Hopi symbolism with his refined overlay technique
Burntwater Necklace Length_20” This kachina was carved fromBurntwater weaving by Elverna Vanwinkle, woven in wool with natural vegetal dyes including walnut, indigo, cochineal, sage, and a green created by combining indigo and wild tea. The composition features a soft, balanced palette with repeating geometric motifs, stepped forms, and a strong central panel framed by patterned borders, reflecting the subtle color transitions and detailed design associated with Burntwater weavings. 26 (2' 2") Width, 46 (3'