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Late 20th Century
2.5" H x 1.125" L x 1.25" W
Hand Carved from Cottonwood Root and Adorned with Fabric, String, Brown Pipe Cleaner and Feathers Signed Hopi Red Kilt Runner By AL
From a Private Colorado Collection
In Very Good Condition
Adrian 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.
This kachina is a type of Wawash Katsina (runner kachina), appearing during spring dances and ceremonies. The Red Kilt Runner carries yucca whips to playfully "whip" or chase participants in footraces, while rewarding winners (often with piki bread). It symbolizes encouragement for physical activity, community participation, and the transition of seasons.
Condition:
Very Good
Tribe:
Hopi
Year Range:
1975 - 2000
Region:
Southwest
Dimensions:
2.5 in1.13 in1.25 in
Category:
Kachina Doll - Miniature - Under 5" tall
