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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
Aug 2, 2018 - Aug 16, 2018
Hopi Plumed Water Serpent Kachina with Mud Heads, "Palalakong, Koyemsi" by Earl Arthur. Dimensions: 8"h x 7"w x 5"d. Provenance: Purchased on Ebay from the artist. $250. 07/22/13.Ì_
Hand carved and hand painted. Artist signature, title and date is carved on underside of base. This multi-Kachina carving shows two Mud Head clowns riding the Water Serpent in the night-time ceremony. Palalakong occupies all bodies of water and is rarely carved as a doll because it is believed he can cause stomach trouble.Ì_
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