Navajo Roadrunner Kachina Doll

Name: Navajo Roadrunner Kachina Doll
SKU: K1-47 Roadrunner Kachina
Price: 48.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$48.95

This authentic handcrafted Kachina doll is a genuine Native American Navajo wood-carved Roadrunner Kachina. The Kachina doll features a brown body with wood carved white kilt accented with hand-painted Native American colored designs and a slate blue suede-leather belt with brown tassel accents. The Kachina doll also has a white rabbit fur neck collar with a feathered headdress. The Kachina holds a brown leather whip in one hand and a feather in the other hand. It includes brown suede leather ankle tassels, white painted hands, and colorfully hand-painted facial features on a wooden barrel-shaped head. The entire piece is authentic hand-crafted and painted and rests atop a wood-core platform. This beautiful Native American wood-carved, hand-painted art is a wonderful example of a Native American and Navajo Kachina collectible item.

The Roadrunner Kachina is a specific type of Kachina doll that represents the roadrunner bird, a common and revered animal in the desert regions of the American Southwest. The roadrunner is known for its agility, speed, and resourcefulness, and it holds cultural significance in Navajo mythology.

In Navajo belief systems, Kachina dolls are thought to embody the spirits of various deities, ancestors, or natural elements, and they are used in ceremonial and religious practices. They serve as intermediaries between humans and the spiritual realm, helping to communicate with and invoke the powers of the associated deity or natural force.

The Navajo Roadrunner Kachina Doll is often carved and painted with intricate details, reflecting the cultural symbolism and artistic traditions of the Navajo people. It may be adorned with feathers, colorful pigments, and other materials to enhance its spiritual presence.

The specific meanings and stories associated with the Navajo Roadrunner Kachina Doll can vary within different Navajo communities or from carver to carver. They are generally regarded as protective figures, bringing good fortune, prosperity, and wisdom to those who possess or interact with them. They may also represent the harmony between humans and the natural world, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and perseverance.

Artist: CT – Navajo

Size: 2.50″L x 2.75″W x 7.5″H

Out of stock

SKU: K1-47 Roadrunner Kachina Categories: Kachina Dolls, Native American Crafts Tags: Authentic Kachina, Genuine Kachina, Hand Carved Kachina Doll, Hand Painted Kachina Dolls, Kachina Doll, Kachinas, Navajo, Navajo Kachinas, Roadrunner, Roadrunner Kachina

Description

The Navajo Roadrunner Kachina doll is a representation of a deity or spirit known as a kachina in the Navajo culture. Kachinas are revered in Native American cultures, particularly among the Hopi and Navajo tribes, and are believed to be powerful beings that bring blessings, protection, and wisdom to the community.

The Roadrunner Kachina specifically represents the roadrunner bird, which is native to the southwestern United States, including the Navajo Nation. The roadrunner is known for its speed, agility, and resourcefulness, and these characteristics are often associated with the Roadrunner Kachina.

The Navajo Roadrunner Kachina doll is typically carved from cottonwood root and decorated with colorful feathers, paint, and other materials. The doll is considered a sacred object and is often used in ceremonial dances and rituals.

The meaning of the Navajo Roadrunner Kachina doll can vary depending on the specific beliefs and traditions of the Navajo people. However, in general, it is believed to bring good fortune, swiftness, and adaptability to those who possess it. It may also symbolize protection and serve as a connection between the physical and spiritual realms.

It’s important to note that while the Hopi and Navajo cultures share some similarities, their Kachina traditions and interpretations can differ. The Navajo Roadrunner Kachina doll specifically reflects the Navajo interpretation and symbolism associated with the roadrunner