Lot 157:
Vintage Hopi Katsina Doll - Wilson Tawaquaptewa
Sold for: $3,800
Description
Out of estate of world traveler. Early 20th century carving. Solid body and defined but not separate limbs. Out of cottonwood root and colored with natural mineral pigments. Condition is consistent with age, repair on feet, see pictures. Measures 12". No refunds given.
We were advised that this is by Wison Tawaquaptewa. Wilson Tawaquaptewa is one of the earliest Hopi kachina carvers to be identified by name. He was born to the Bear Clan at Oraibi on Third Mesa at a time when that village was the largest and most influential at Hopi. Circa 1873-1960.
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