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Vintage 20" 'Great Horn Owl' Kachina by L. Vandever

  Lot # J138
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Lot # J138
System ID # 15170238
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Vintage 20" 'Mongwa' Great Horned Owl Kachina by L. Vandever

  • Signed, hand-carved, and hand-painted by artist L. Vandever
  • Constructed with wood, leather, feathers, fur, and glass beads
  • Features piercing eyes and a curved beak
  • Adorned with an impressive rabbit skin headdress and numerous large feathers
  • Richly detailed with symbolic markings and vibrant ornamentation
  • Completed with red leather moccasins

About 'Mongwa' - the Great Horned Owl Kachina:
The 'Mongwa' or Great Horned Owl Kachina represents intelligence and wisdom in Hopi tradition. It is revered for its role in agriculture by controlling rodent populations. This Kachina is also known to participate in village dances to impart wisdom. The figure's dynamic posture suggests motion, as if captured dancing, yet it is perfectly balanced to stand independently. This exquisite piece from a private collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship and cultural significance.

Condition:
Overall good with signs of age-appropriate wear. Note: one staff is broken.

Dimensions:
20" Height x 12" Width x 8" Depth