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THBChief Kachina "Wuwuyomo", Henry Shelton
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Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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About Auction
TimedAug 2, 2018 - Aug 16, 2018
The Kachina collection of the late Thomas Empey (1946-2016) was assembled out of love and respect for the Native American culture and beliefs. His fascination began as a child growing up in southern Utah and culminated in this lifetime collection. Preview August 7, 10am-1pm or by appointment. Witherell's hello@witherells.com
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- Lot Description
Chief Kachina, "Wuwuyomo" by Henry Shelton. Dimensions (overall): 13"h. Provenance: Purchased on Ebay from James Dickinson, Medina, NY. $575. 10/29/14.
This Kachina is hand carved and painted by renown master carver, Henry Shelton. He is meticulously painted with symbolic and decorative elements. He wears yarn garters on his legs and striped feathers and cotton on his headdress. Included is the original cotton hanging string though he has been placed on a base. The artists signature is on the underside of the base.
Wuwuyoma are known as "old men kachinas" because they are so ancient and they represent the power of knowledge. They are a master of ceremonies and lead Manas into the villages but stop along the processional route to sing, an important step to insure the growth of crops.
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Slight wear to left arm but good condition. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.Condition
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