{"product_id":"221107-018-mudhead-kachina-doll-1992-by-o-wood-7","title":"Hopi Kachina Mudhead Doll By O. Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eca.  1992\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\" H x 4.625\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from Cottonwood Root\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e In Hopi tradition, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eKoyemsi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e (Mudhead) is one of the most popular \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eKatsinam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e (spirit beings represented in dolls and dances). Unlike many Kachinas that embody natural forces or deities, the Mudhead serves as a clown or entertainer. They appear in nearly every Hopi ceremonial dance to bring humor, teach social lessons, and remind participants of human fallibility. Mudheads often mimic dancers, engage in playful contests with the audience, or act as drummers during breaks. They symbolize humility, joy, and community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45877685452965,"sku":"221107-018","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/221107-18_1.jpg?v=1761589495","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/221107-018-mudhead-kachina-doll-1992-by-o-wood-7","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}