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Antique Native American Kachina Doll, "HeHeya Clown, " Hopi, Early 20th Century

About the Item

Hopi HeHeya Clown carrying a watermelon and backpack from the 1st quarter of the 20th century. Made of wood with pigments, dimensions measure 11 ½ x 3 ½ x 3 ¾ inches. The Heheya Katsina has no English name or translation. Heheya Katsinam are most often seen on Third Mesa and act as messengers to the rain gods. The Heheyas dance on the side of the procession and guard the other dancers; they talk in opposites... for instance, if the dance is good, Heheya says it is bad. Heheya is a relative of the Ogre family and appears at Powamuya.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1st Quarter of the 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 261801stDibs: LU1004627922042
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