Two Hopi katsinam
Two Hopi katsinam
One a variant representation of Ahola Mana, the Germ God Maiden, the casemask divided into three color zones, stars painted across the front registers, a cockscomb atop the head, wearing carved and painted woman's attire; the other example also clad in woman's clothing, the mask showing characteristics associated with Chakwaina Mana or He-e-e, the Warrior Maiden.
height 6 and 7 3/8in
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Two Hopi katsinam
One a variant representation of Ahola Mana, the Germ God Maiden, the casemask divided into three color zones, stars painted across the front registers, a cockscomb atop the head, wearing carved and painted woman's attire; the other example also clad in woman's clothing, the mask showing characteristics associated with Chakwaina Mana or He-e-e, the Warrior Maiden.
height 6 and 7 3/8in