Description:
The Turquoise Nose Plug kachina seen here wears a very detailed feather and shell headpiece on top of his head, which is painted turquoise, red, and brown. He has painted eyes, red ears (with earrings), and a carved nose and mouth meant to represent a turquoise labret. Feathers protrude from his face. Around his neck is a black and white striped neckpiece. Unlike many male kachinas, he is wearing a shirt with multicolored ribbons over his painted white body. Each arm features small bracelets and each hand carries long arrows. His "kilt" is white and brightly patterned with a similar sash. His legs feature black leggings and red boots. Standing on top of a wooden platform, he was made and sold for the tourist trade. AP2018
Tags:
men; religion; ceremonies; wars; kachina dolls Subjects:
Wars; Rites and ceremonies; Men; Cotton; Leather; Religion Link to share this object record:
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