Apache Crown Dancer Kachina by NMB, 1996 – Hand Carved View Watchlist >
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Lot # C898
System ID # 21758496
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Apache Crown Dancer Kachina by NMB, 1996 – Hand Carved
This hand-carved Apache Crown Dancer Kachina figure, signed “NMB ‘96,” is a powerful artistic interpretation of the Mountain Spirit Dancers central to Apache ceremonial tradition. Crown Dancers play a sacred role in Apache culture, appearing in the Gaan ceremonies to bring protection, healing, and spiritual balance to the community. Their dramatic headdresses and ritual movements are believed to invoke ancestral spirits and drive away negative forces.
Carved from wood and mounted on a bark-edged base, this figure is richly hand-painted and accented with traditional materials including leather, beads, feathers, and felt. The three-pronged crown headdress features stylized geometric designs and upright feathers, symbolizing spiritual elevation and connection to sacred mountain spirits. The dancer holds two painted wooden weapons, adding visual balance and ceremonial energy.
Signed and dated 1996 by artist NMB, this figure reflects traditional Southwestern Native craftsmanship and serves as both a collectible work of folk art and a meaningful cultural artifact.
Condition:
Good condition with some surface wear consistent with age. No visible damage. All painted details, fabric elements, and embellishments remain intact and securely attached.
Dimensions:
8 x 3 x 2 1/2 inches
