Kachinas: Spirit Beings of the Hopi
Price: $35.00
Publisher:
Avanyu Publishing (1993)
Number of Pages: 197
ISBN: 978-0936755212
Kachinas, the spirit beings that embody Pueblo religious beliefs, social structure, and moral values, have long fascinated Anglo travelers, scholars, and collectors. This handsome presentation of seventy-nine paintings of rare and unusual Hopi kachinas by Hopi-Tewa artist Neil David, Sr., not only presents kachinas that are new to many observers but includes comments by Hopi consultants. The paintings show both the front and the back of each kachina so that the entire costume is visible. Each description includes both Hopi and English names and references previous publications that describe the kachina.
To the Hopis, Kachinas are the spirit essence of everything in the real world. In this highly readable and informative book you'll find a comprehensive guide to Hopi kachina dolls, including buying tips.