Hopi Kachina Doll By T. Q. Pachavuin

ca. 10 - 1994

9.25" H

Hand Carved from Cottonwood Root

From a Private Colorado Collection

Excellent Condition

T. Q. Pachavuin is a Hopi carver known for traditional kachina dolls, often working in the style of mid-20th-century Hopi artisans. Hopi artists like Pachavuin typically hail from villages on the Hopi Reservation in northeastern Arizona, where carving is a passed-down skill tied to cultural preservation. His works are hand-carved from cottonwood root (a soft, lightweight wood sacred to the Hopi), painted with natural pigments, and adorned with elements like feathers, yarn, or leather. These dolls emphasize authenticity, avoiding mass-produced add-ons like beads or synthetic fur, which are common in tourist replicas.

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.