Shannon Naha
Snipe
10 1/4"
total height
Shannon Naha is the son of
the famous Hopi painter Raymond Naha; his mother is a well known
Hopi potter (Emma Naha), while his older brother Marty is known
for his pottery and kachinas, and his other brother Ray Jr. is
known for some incredible old-style kachinas of his own.
These two brothers are among
the most popular old-style carvers at Hopi. Their work is very
elaborate and authentic. They take a lot of pride in each piece
- hand tying every feather, and using only the best materials.
"The Snipe Kachina [Patszro]
appears in the Kiva Dances before and after the important Powamu
Ceremony. His function is probably the same as that of all the
other bird kachinas who make their appearance at this time."
- Barton Wright, Kachinas: a Hopi
Artist's Documentary (102)
