{"product_id":"hopi-pueblo-miniature-red-kilt-runner-kachina-doll-by-al","title":"Hopi Pueblo Miniature Red Kilt Runner Kachina Doll By AL","description":"\u003cp\u003eLate 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5\" H x 1.125\" L x 1.25\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from Cottonwood Root and Adorned with Fabric, String, Brown Pipe Cleaner and Feathers Signed Hopi Red Kilt Runner By AL\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\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47451192197285,"sku":"22-0728","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/22-0728_2.jpg?v=1769724531","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/hopi-pueblo-miniature-red-kilt-runner-kachina-doll-by-al","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}