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It is told that Kachinas came into being from the belief that their ancestors
came from the underworld of Mother Earth. The dolls were made
for religious and educational purposes. The Hopi Kachinas
are the only true Kachinas and are usually made from the
cottonwood root. They are very different from the Navajo Kachina.
They are very delicately carved and the dolls are more costly.
Either one brings beautiful art to the home.
"The Kachina with man-like body and mask-type head symbolize any and everything in which man has an interest. The art, the drama, the poetry, and the meaning of the Kachina flourishes in Hopi-land, Navajo land and other lands to this day".1
Each of these Navajo Kachinas are
individually handcrafted and hand painted. No two are alike
in feathers or clothing. We will try our best to fill your
order with your preferred color, but all characters are not
available in all colors at all times.
Navajo versions of the Kachina doll do not hold any major religious or cultural beliefs around the Kachina dolls, however, they bring to their craft an unique eye and artistic style that is not possible in other Native American Kachinas. Though the Navajo Kachina dolls borrow much of their posture and basic symbolism from the Hopi Kachinas, the Navajo are far more free to design and decorate their dolls with a rich flourish that would ultimately spoil the religious significance of their pieces. Navajo Kachina dolls have a beauty all their own. Navajo Kachina dolls are machine worked and then assembled by hand. This allows them to be produced in higher numbers than the individually detailed Hopi Kachinas. Once assembled, the Navajo Kachinas are painted and decorated by hand. This allows them to be produced in higher numbers than the individually detailed Hopi Kachinas.
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The Three Horn Kachina is a warrior who dances furiously, making
pleasant and rhythmic sounds. He is a guard Kachina and represents
swiftness and action. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00 |
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The Three Horn Warrior |
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When a snake is found, this Kachina captures the snake and dances with
it, usually in his mouth. When the dance is completed, the Kachina
returns the snake to its home and sends a message with the snake to ask
the gods to bring rain. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Snake |
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This mystical Kachina is rarely seen, but serves many important purposes
to ensure a complete ceremony. His exact purpose is not known. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Red Tail Hawk |
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This
Kachina dances for the gods to bring rain, which is essential for
the growth of crops. He also protects homes by warding off
witchcraft.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Roadrunner |
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The Ram is a game animal said to have the power to cure the ill and
bring rain. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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The Ram |
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This extremely colorful Kachina stands for peace and harmony between
tribes. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Rainbow |
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Like most animal Kachinas, the Buffalo dances to increase his kind. This
Kachina is very well known and is the most powerful. He can kill any
evil thoughts and is a great spiritual protector.
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Buffalo |
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The
Badger is known for his wisdom and his ability to cure the sick
through prayers. He has great knowledge of roots and herbs and is
responsible for their growth.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Badger |
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The
Bear Kachina appears in the Mixed Dance. This great and powerful
leader possesses spiritual strength used to protect and cure the
sick. The Bear Kachina is considered to be the number two healer for
the people. His knowledge of herbs and roots gives him the power to
heal the sick. The Bear symbolizes power, strength, courage, wisdom
and healing. Only the Badger Kachina has more power for healing.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Bear |
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The Fancy Dancer is much like the Hoop Dancer. His purpose is to
entertain the audience by using his colorful and exquisite staff. The
feather fan headdress is meant for passing along prayers. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Fancy Dancer |
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The First Mesa Kachina dance is used to encourage growth in crops,
particularly corn. In their semi-arid land, it is absolutely essential
to the people to have supernaturals on their side. The First Mesa
Kachina leads the passage to all the other mesas so that the rituals may
be carried out. It is believed that the supernaturals have certain
powers that the First Mesas do not have, and the First Mesas in return
possess things that their supernaturals desire. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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First Mesa |
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This Kachina is beneficial to agriculture because he destroys harmful
rodents. He symbolizes intelligence, wisdom, and a good hunt. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Owl |
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Represents happiness brought from a successful harvest.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches $48.00
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Hemis |
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He possesses the power to cure and prevent sickness by mixing herbs.
Most tribal members go to him for advice. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Medicine Man |
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The Angry Warrior Kachina is a very important war Kachina and acts as a
policeman to secure the village. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Angry Warrior |
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Aholi
aids in bringing moisture to the village. Aholi occurs only on Third
Mesa. He is a beautiful Kachina; the many colors on his cloak are
said to represent the flowers and brightness of summer. Aholi is a
spiritual leader.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Aholi Chief |
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The
Apache Crown Dancer Kachina is also known as the Mountain Spirit
Dancer. He possesses the power to heal and treats his patients by
blowing away the sickness.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Apache Crown |
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The Antelope is a game animal whose purpose is to dance for others of
his kind. This Kachina also aids in bringing rain, making the grass
grow, and ensuring there is plentiful food for the future. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Antelope |
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Named
for the beautiful butterflies that land on flowers and herbs.
Butterfly directs the medicine man to ingredients that can be used
in medicine. The Butterfly Kachina brings together unmarried men and
women. During the butterfly social dance they appear as a pair, one
female and one male.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Butterfly |
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Also
known as the Planet Kachina, this unique doll represents the spirit
of the stars and planets. Legend has it that years ago on the
reservations, aliens would come to visit the Indian people and give
them advice on hunting and reproduction of crops.
6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Chasing Star |
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The Deer Kachina is much like all game animals and dances to bring more
of his kind. The staff that is held in each hand represents the front
legs of the deer. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Deer |
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There are several types of Ogre Kachinas. The most common is the White
Ogre, which represents good. The Black Ogre is used to threaten small
children when they misbehave. He is called the boogyman. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Ogre |
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A male animal spirit messenger to the rain gods. His songs are prayers
for plentiful animal life, and symbolic of their self-sacrifice as food
supply to sustain life. 6 inches $30.00 10 inches $36.00 12 inches 48.00
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Cow |
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