Hopi Crow Mother

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a traditional Kachina doll standing on a wooden base against a dark blue background. The doll has a colorful appearance, with a distinctively painted face featuring a triangular and circular design, and adorned with fluffy, colorful feathers on its head. The body is clothed in a white and green garment, decorated with geometric patterns, and there's a colorful belt around the waist. It carries a long, thin staff in its right hand, adding to its ceremonial look. The craftsmanship displays intricate detailing, merging vibrant colors and textures.

The image depicts a traditional Kachina doll standing on a wooden base against a dark blue background. The doll has a colorful appearance, with a distinctively painted face featuring a triangular and circular design, and adorned with fluffy, colorful feathers on its head. The body is clothed in a white and green garment, decorated with geometric patterns, and there's a colorful belt around the waist. It carries a long, thin staff in its right hand, adding to its ceremonial look. The craftsmanship displays intricate detailing, merging vibrant colors and textures.

Name/Title

Hopi Crow Mother

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.353

Description

The Indians of North America series No 5 Hopi Crow Mother (kachina) a hopi word meaning the father of life this crow mother is impersonated by a member of the opposite sex from a photo National Geographic’s saroff doll collection