Augustine
Mowa III
Badger / Honan
9 1/2"
total height
Augustine Mowa III is a respected
carver from Second Mesa. His work is easily recognized and has
a bold, broad appeal.
The Badger or Honan Kachina
belongs to a group of animal dieties often looked upon as healers
and other spiritual mediators.
"There are two types
of Badger Kachinas: the old Hopi Badger Kachina and a more recent
import from the Rio Grande. The old Hopi Badger was a curing
kachina that the Honani clan brought from the ancient village
of Kisiwu. Prayers for the growth of healing herbs are given
to him."
"In recent years another
type of Badger Kachina has made his appearance, but it is not
yet known whether this one serves the same function or not."
- Barton Wright, Kachinas: a Hopi
Artist's Documentary (115)
