Hopi Kachina Long Hair By Wilfred Tewawina Jr.

Size  Late 20th/Early 21st Century

11.75" H

Hand Carved with Painted Green, Red, Blue, Teal, Yellow Black and Peach Colors Signed W.T. on Bottom

Excellent Condition

Wilfred Tewawina Jr. is a contemporary Hopi artist known for crafting traditional Katsina (Kachina) dolls, which are carved wooden representations of spiritual beings central to Hopi culture.  These dolls serve as educational tools for children, teaching about the Katsinam—supernatural entities that embody natural forces, ancestors, and moral lessons.  Tewawina Jr., born around 1978, hails from the Hopi Reservation in Arizona and specializes in detailed, authentic carvings that blend traditional techniques with personal artistry.  His works are often featured in galleries and online retailers specializing in Native American art.