Kachina
Artist
Abbott Sakiestewa
(Hopi, 1916-1962)
Datec. 1940
Mediumcarved cottonwood root with paint (natural pigments)
Dimensions1 inches (2.5 cm)
Credit LinePurchase of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation, 1975
Object number22.900.45
ClassificationsSculptures
DescriptionCarved yellow case mask, black and white ears, and white kilt and sash. Non-traditional, commercial form.ProvenanceMary Ann Brown, Arizona; gifted between 1915 and 1955 to her sister Katherine (Kate) Brown Griggs, Winslow, Arizona; bequeathed between 1955 and 1975 to her daughter Katherine Griggs [1908-1999], Orange, Texas; purchased January 20, 1975 by the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art
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