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THBCross-Legged Kachina/ Snare "Huhuwa", Wilburt Talashoma Sr.
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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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Cross-Legged Kachina/ Snare, "Huhuwa" by Wilburt Talashoma Sr. Dimensions (overall): 6"h. Provenance: Purchased on Ebay from Celia South, Cottonwood, AZ. $305. 04/05/13.Ì_
Hand carved and hand painted by artist, Wilburt Talashoma Sr., this Kachina is decorated with real human hair, striped feathers, yarn, seashell and corn husk flower on forehead. Artist signature on underside of base. The Huhuwa is the spirit of a man from Second Mesa who had a crippling disease leaving him to hobble while he walks. He humorously entertains the ceremony participants, and his doll is known as a gift giving Kachina as his goal is to delight all who see him.Ì_
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