{"product_id":"hopi-kachina-crow-mother-by-jarvis-namoki","title":"Hopi Kachina Crow Mother By Jarvis Namoki","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize 7.5\" H x 4\" x 3\" D Base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved with Painted Yellow, Blue, Green, Red, Purple, White and Black with Carved Feather Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crow Mother, known as Angwusnasomtaka or Tümas in Hopi mythology, is a significant kachina, often regarded as the mother of all kachinas. She plays a central role in the Powamu (Bean Dance) ceremony, supervising the initiation of children into the Kachina society. She carries yucca whips used in ritual whipping and often holds a basket of corn kernels or bean sprouts, symbolizing the start of the growing season. On Third Mesa, she’s called Crow Bride (Angwushahai-i) due to her white attire, while on other mesas, she’s simply Crow Mother. Her depiction typically includes a turquoise mask with crow wings or feathers and an upside-down black triangle on her face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e. Hopi kachina dolls are traditionally carved from cottonwood root, with detailed features like feathered headdresses, ceremonial attire, and symbolic items (e.g., corn or yucca). A Crow Mother Kachina by Namoki would likely reflect these traits, showcasing her dignified and maternal presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45995269292197,"sku":"250324-160","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/250324-160_1.jpg?v=1761181743","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/hopi-kachina-crow-mother-by-jarvis-namoki","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}