Hopi Pueblo Heoto Mana Kachina Doll By Glenn Fred

Late 20th Century

11" H

Hand Carved and Painted from Cottonwood Root of a Action Katsina with Delicate and Detailed Work

In Very Good Condition

Glenn Fred, Hopi, is a master Kachina doll carver. Winner of the 1996 Santa Fe Indian Market Kachina Doll Division. Glenn's dolls are carved from a single piece of cottonwood root and exude a quiet, solid elegance, steeped in tradition. "For me," he says, "carving keeps me focused; it is a constant reminder of the presence of supernatural beings in our lives. Kachina dolls bring awareness to a different level." Glenn grew up admiring the Kachina doll carvings of his older brother Jim Fred and the works of Bryan Honyouti. With these fine craftsmen for inspiration, he has quickly made a name for himself, winning many awards at the Santa Fe Indian Market and the Gallup Ceremonial.

"Heoto Mana dances on all three mesas. Her function is very similar to that of the He-e-e, the Warrior Maiden. In this role, she acts as a guard during the Pachavu procession. She also appears in all of the performances that Heoto does."