Kachina

Kachina

Kachina Mudhead Prankster. He is dressed in blue pants and has a leather cape on his back. He carries two tools. .
  • Object: Kachina
  • Artist: -
  • Circa: -
  • Dimensions: 14" high
  • Culture Area: Southwest
  • Cultural Group: Hopi
  • Cultural Context: He is the prankster that does everything the hard way and backwards. Kipok The Mudhead kachina is a clown kachina who may be seen in many Hopi ceremonies. His body is painted in red-brown clay. Mudhead Kachinas drum, dance, and play games with the audience. At First Mesa they are said to sing Zuni songs.
  • Donor: McColl Collection
  • Catalog #: 88.044