Hopi Kachina, "Hon" or White Bear, Beautifully detailed Artwork and Accents, signed by Artist Alberta Sloan
$145.00
This beautiful "Hon" White Bear, Kachina is signed by the Hopi artist, Alberta Sloan. A description of this kachina can be found in the book by Barton Wright, "Hopi Kachinas", on pg. 98, fig. #D". I found many examples of this artists kachinas on the internet, all dating from the 1990's. Based on that information, I am dating this piece to the 1990's. I could not find any information on the artist herself.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
This beautiful "Hon" White Bear, Kachina is signed by the Hopi artist, Alberta Sloan. A description of this kachina can be found in the book by Barton Wright, "Hopi Kachinas", on pg. 98, fig. #D". I found many examples of this artists kachinas on the internet, all dating from the 1990's. Based on that information, I am dating this piece to the 1990's. I could not find any information on the artist herself.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
This beautiful "Hon" White Bear, Kachina is signed by the Hopi artist, Alberta Sloan. A description of this kachina can be found in the book by Barton Wright, "Hopi Kachinas", on pg. 98, fig. #D". I found many examples of this artists kachinas on the internet, all dating from the 1990's. Based on that information, I am dating this piece to the 1990's. I could not find any information on the artist herself.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
Carved from cotton wood, the artist used soft split leather, rabbit fur, wool yarn, feathers, turquoise and silver beads as well as paint to create this eye catching Kachina. The paint remains clear and crisp and for its age the piece is in very good condition. It stands approx. 16 1/4 inches tall. The widest point across the hands is approx. 7 inches. The base is approx. 4 3/4 inches long at the longest point. The piece is in very good condition, minor soiling of soft leather and loss of feathers appropriate for age and use. Also several of the delicate teeth have been broken off and are lost to time. This remains a very nice example of this dancer and would be a wonderful addition to any collection. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
In the Hopi culture, animals are considered advisors, doctors, and assistants, representing the interconnectedness between humans and the animals surrounding them. Similar to the connectedness of human friendships.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: These kachina dolls are very fragile, because of this we cannot guarantee there will not be some small loss to very fragile accents. We do our best to pack them well, but even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.