Wilson Tawaquaptewa - Hopi Kachina c. 1930-40s, Condition: This kachina is in excellent condition. There is surface wear, slight paint loss, and small, thin cracks along each shoulder. This doll has not had any restoration or breaks to the piece. Signed twice in pencil "B.V." on the bottom of each foot, probably old inventory number. Please see photos for details. Provenance: Acquired from a private collection in Arizona. Description: Wilson Tawaquaptewa did not sign his dolls, but this is a classic example with the usual face and body paint of the masters work. This is an exceptionally large example and one of the best to come to market in years.This item is reserved for our online auction on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 9:00 am PACIFIC TIME via LiveAuctioneers.com and will last approximately 2-3 hours. This auction is listed under Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery & Auction titled, “Spring 2022 Auction - Medicine Man Gallery and Auction.” This will be an online auction on LiveAuctioneers.com. STARTING PRICE FOR THIS ITEM: $2,000. ESTIMATE: $5,000-$10,000. The starting price is the reserve minimum and the object can sell for this low amount. The estimate is the price that we feel is a reasonable gallery value. Each lot shows additional images, condition reports, and provenance. Please review all images. If you have any questions or need additional information about this lot, please call us at 800-422-9382 or email us at sales@medicinemangallery.com.FEES CHARGED: (1.) Buyer's premium is 28% for winning bids under $100,000 and 20% for winning bids at $100,000 and above (2).There is no surcharge for credit card transactions. (3.) Sales tax is charged on all purchases except for buyers who have (a) a current resale license (b) shipping address to sales tax exempt state (Alaska (certain jurisdictions), Oregon, Montana, New Hampshire and Delaware), (c) international buyers. For shipments to countries outside of the USA, the buyer is responsible for VAT/import fees. We do our own packing and shipping in house. SHIPPING HANDLING TIME: Please allow handling time of up to 3 to 4 weeks for your item(s) to be shipped. In gallery pick up date starts Wednesday May 17th by appt – Please call to schedule pick up 800-422-9382.

This kachina is in excellent condition. There is surface wear, slight paint loss, and small, thin cracks along each shoulder. This doll has not had any restoration or breaks to the piece. Signed twice in pencil "B.V." on the bottom of each foot, probably old inventory number. Please see photos for details.

12.75 x 5 x 4.5 in