There may be over two hundred fifty Katsinas known to the Hopi Indians of Arizona, they appear on the Hopi Mesa’s on seasonal basis, starting from December through July. On Third Mesa, Qoqole’s first arrive in December to "open" up the kivas for more Katsinas to come, they bring with them their comical behavior and crops from the past harvest. Soon after, night dances are followed, starting from January through March. Katsina day dances are held from March through July, ending with the Home dance. The Katsinas are then returned back to their homes, at the San Francisco Peaks, Kisiau and Waynemai.
Katsinas are supernatural beings to the Hopis, they are manifested as messengers from the spiritual world. They are friends and visitors to the Hopi people, they bring gifts and food. Upon returning to their homes they are prayed to for prosperous life, bountiful harvest, rain and good health. They are believed to be supernatural beings in spirits of good people who have once lived a good life and have returned in various Katsina manifestations.
They represent various beings, from animals to clouds and are believed to be in some form of hierarchy, a form of kingdom. There are chief Katsinas, Eototo and Ahola, He-e-e is the female leader to the Warrior Maiden Katsina, in these warrior Katsinas there are also colonels that lead them, Ewizro is one of them. Ewizro only appear in Katsina day dances, a ritual to clowns, along with other warrior Katsinas. Some Katsinas bring messages, such as cooperating, behaviors of individuals and the consequences of their behaviors.
The old Hopi lives were centered around agriculture, Katsina dances, social dances and other religious activities. So far we have long remain to our traditions and cultures, although the most important societies are no longer practiced at most of our villages today.
Our main source of food use to be from our family gardens. Majority of the songs of Hopi are based on agriculture, rains for the crops and bountiful harvest.
Imitation dolls made by non-Hopis. Compare these dolls to our authentic dolls and you will know why our prices are higher than these imitation dolls. In reality these dolls do not have any cultural ties and representations. They are vague and meaningless.
The following authentic Katsina dolls are reduced to 10% off listed price until further notice. Call in your order today at (928) 309-7027 or 265-3406 Hopi Market P.O. box 303, Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039.
Turkey Katsina, is rarely seen but is carved by many carvers. The bird is special because of his feathers for prayer offerings to the creator. Ka-SL-1, 5-3/4", $400.00 by Susie Lomatska Long
Patang (Squash) Katsina, by Myron Gaseoma
Stands at 10", fine carving in detail.
Ka-MG,
$550.00
Ka-SL
Kwahu (Eagle) 7" tall and wingspread of 8". Only $500.00 ea.
Freedom Bird or Kwahu (Eagle) Katsina by Susie Lomatska, my aunt has become an accomplished carver. This katsina is a good example of her work. She has come a long way and now ranks with the top carvers from Hopi, although not known at this time. In due time her work will become very valuable and it may become harder to collect. Order yours today.
Koyemsi
(Mudhead)
Ka-Wati, 10-1/2"
$300.00
Waldon Lomayaktewa
Three Horned
(Payikala) Katsina
Stands at 15" tall, with base and tip of feather
Ka-CL-1, $450.00
Hano Mana
Ka-CL-3
12"
$225.00
Monongya
(Lizard) Katsina Ogre Woman
Ka-FT-1, 8-1/4"
Ka-KC-1, 8-3/4"
$300.00
$195.00
by Fermin Torivio
by Kevin Crook
Ka-FT
Helili
Katsina
8-3/4"
$175.00
Faron Talahytewa
Koyala, Clown
Ka-AD-A
5", $235.00
Andrew Duwyenie
Hoho mana
Ka-ET-2
8.5"
$165.00
by Everett Tawahongva
Traditional Tihus
Cow Katsina
Badger (Honan) Katsina
Ka-EN
Ka-TCL-1
9", $280.00
7-1/4", $225.00
Earl Numkena
Cliffton Lomayaktewa
Hohomana
Ka-CWL, 7"
$50.00
Wayne Lonnie
Talavai (Morning)
Qoqole (Story teller)
Ka-TCL2, 9"
Ka-TCL3, 8"
$250.00
$225.00
by Cliffton Lomayaktewa
Hakto Katsina
Ka-TCL-4, 6-3/8"
$150.00
Cliffton Lomayaktewa
Cradle Katsinas
Corn Boy
Sun Katsina
CKa-GH-1
CKa-GH-2
10"
8-3/4"
$85.00
$75.00
by Gary Hayah
Koah Katsina
Ka-RL
7", $60.00
Raynard Lalo
Contemporary Katsina Carvings
Sun (Dawa)
Hakto
Ka-GP-1
Ka-AP-2
15"
8-1/2"
$250
$175
by Garrett Pocheoma by Adrian
Poleahla
Longhair
Katsina & Blue Corn Maiden with prayer for rain
Stands at 15.5" tall
$250.00
by Calvin Pavatea
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