Vintage 'Koshare' or Clown Kachina View Watchlist >
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Lot # J139
System ID # 15170545
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Vintage 'Koshare' or Clown Kachina
- 1990's Era Signed Kachina
- The Body is Hand Carved from one solid piece of wood.
- Hand Painted, Wood, Leather, Fur, Feathers, Cotton Cloth
About Koshare Kachinas
Koshare, also known as the Hopi Clown Kachina, is a figure of great cultural importance among the Hopi people. This Kachina is often seen during ceremonies, providing amusement through its loud, boisterous antics and exaggerated behavior. The Koshare serves as a reminder of the importance of balance and moderation within the community by satirizing various aspects of Hopi life.
- Watermelon: The watermelon carried by the Koshare is a symbol of abundance and also represents the gluttonous nature of mankind, a vice that the Kachina humorously exaggerates to teach the value of moderation.
- Black and White Stripes: Traditionally painted with alternating black and white stripes, these colors symbolize the duality of human nature, blending the spiritual with the mundane.
- Corn Husks: Adorning the hair, corn husks resemble horns and represent fertility and growth, while owl feathers symbolize wisdom and the Kachina's connection to the spiritual realm.
Condition:
Good, Age Appropriate Wear
Size:
13" X 5.5" X 8"