$215.00
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Late 20th Century
7.25" H
Hand Carved from Cottonwood Root and Adorned with Fur, Feathers, Leather, Yarn, Reflective Disks with Turquoise Paint and Shells
In Very Good Condition
Clifford Pongyesvia (often signed or referred to as "Uncle Clifford Pongyesvia," born around 1941 and passed away in 2008). He was a known Hopi carver from the late 20th century who produced various traditional katsinam.
Clifford Pongyesvia carved many other katsinam as well, such as Moon Kachina (Hólolo-Muyao), Sun Kachina (Tawa), Racer Snake, and Heheya's Uncle, with examples appearing in auctions, galleries, and private collections. His work is appreciated for its traditional style and detail.
In the Hopi culture indigenous to the American southwest, Tsil is the Chili Pepper Kachina, one of many supernatural spirits represented by masked doll-like figurines and impersonated by ceremonial dancers. Tsil is one of the runner Kachinas. When he overtakes you in a race, he may stuff your mouth with hot chili peppers.
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.
