{"product_id":"hopi-pueblo-miniature-ahote-kachina-doll-by-al","title":"Hopi Pueblo Miniature Ahote Kachina Doll By AL","description":"\u003cp\u003eLate 20th Century \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5\" H x 1.125\" L x 1.5\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from Cottonwood Root Holding a Bow and Rattle Painted in Yellow, Teal, Red, Brown, Black and White Colors and Adorned with String, Fabric, Leather and Feathers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a Private Colorado Collection \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdrian Leon (Hopi\/Acoma), known for creating wonderful, detailed miniature kachina dolls, including the Pot Carrier. Examples of his work appear in sales listings (e.g., around 2-2.25 inches tall, delicately carved and painted). Adrian Leon specializes in these small-scale pieces, blending Hopi traditions with fine craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAhote is a hunter kachina, often considered the \"Grand Katsina Uncle\" of the Mixed Katsina Group. He appears in mixed dances and draws influences from Plains Indian styles, typically featuring a prominent headdress with long eagle feathers, a snout (often with a star motif), pop eyes, and vibrant colors. He comes in variations like Blue Ahote (Sakwahote, associated with rain and abundance) and Yellow Ahote (Sikyahote). These dolls symbolize skills in hunting, protection, and harmony with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47451173781669,"sku":"22-0727","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/22-0727_1.jpg?v=1769723907","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/hopi-pueblo-miniature-ahote-kachina-doll-by-al","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}