$250.00
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Late 20th century
7.5" H
He is handcrafted from wood that is covered with leather (hide). He has braided black hair, is carrying a beaded and fringed staff. He wears pants trimmed with fur, with beaded adornment. His accessories include feathers beaded breast piece. His face is constructed with a leather nose and beads for his eyes and mouth. He has a beautiful full feather bustle on his back that is accented with a beaded back shield. The figure is signed by "Dianne Ottogary
From a Private Estate Collection.
Excellent Condition
Dianne Ottogary is a Shoshone artist known for crafting authentic, handcrafted dolls that represent elements of Shoshone (also known as Sho-Ban) culture and heritage. These dolls are typically made from traditional materials like wood, leather (Indian-tanned hide), beads, feathers, fur, and horsehair, and often depict warriors, figures on horseback, or cultural scenes. Her work, sometimes created in collaboration with family members like Cecilia Ottogary, emphasizes cultural preservation and has been featured in auctions, private collections, and educational resources.
Due to the fragile nature of kachina dolls, we do not guarantee they will not break during shipping. We do our best to pack them well, but due to their fragile nature and even with the best packing, small pieces can break. If you are purchasing kachina dolls, please keep this in mind.
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