Hopi Kachina White Ogre Figure attributed Walter Howato

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May 1, 2025

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• Lot Description
  Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003). A large cottonwood sculptural kachina figure of the White Ogre, mounted on a square base with painted Hopi symbols. Notably, the case mask is removable, crafted from stiff leather with a carved wood snout and eyes, adorned with synthetic fur and feathers. Attached to the figure's body are felt cloth, leather arm bands & fringe, shells, a synthetic fur cape, and yarn details. In one hand, the figure holds a bow, while the other grasps an axe. A wooden basket is affixed to his back. This piece was purportedly purchased from the Heard Museum Shop in 1998 and is attributed to Hopi artist Walter Howato, although it is unsigned. It is stylistically consistent with other signed works by Howato acquired at the same time. The White Ogre Kachina - known as Wiharu (or Wiharu Katsa) in the Hopi tradition - is a disciplinary or teaching kachina, enforcing good behavior, especially among children. Size: 8" W x 26.5" H (20.3 cm x 67.3 cm)
  
  Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection
  
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  #192853

  Condition

  Heavy dust accumulation throughout and it needs cleaning, possibly using compressed air. Intact and great condition. Unsigned but attributed to Walter Howato.
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