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Vintage Navajo 15" 'Black Ogre's Uncle' Kachina by Ernest Calvin

  Lot # J132
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Lot # J132
System ID # 15164504
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Navajo 'Black Ogre's Uncle' Kachina Doll, 15" by Ernest Calvin

  • Signed by "Ernest Calvin"

  • Hand-carved and hand-painted

  • Materials: Wood, leather, and fur

Folklore Insights:
The 'Black Ogre's Uncle' Kachina, or Tahaum Soyoko, complements the Black Ogre (Nata-aska) in Hopi ceremonies, specifically during Powamuya. These figures symbolize discipline, participating in the cultural teachings of the Hopi children. The craftsmanship reflects traditional Hopi elements, such as the clacking jaws and hunter's tools, while also serving as a physical embodiment of cultural narratives. This piece, carved in the 1960s by Womack Pavatea, includes a feather headdress and fur cloak, indicative of its ceremonial importance.

Condition:
Good condition with wear commensurate with age. No Damage.

Dimensions:
15" height x 6" width x 5" depth.