Gregory Lomayesva (b. 1971)
A Hopi Shalako-style katsina mask, 1997
Signed and dated verso: Gregory Lomayesva / 97
The polychrome painted carved wood mask surmounted by two smaller figures, decorative feathers, and a leather strap, with woven red yarn fixed verso
17" H x 17" W x 5" D

Overall good condition with shelf wear, minor soiling, scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, and indentations commensurate with age. Two upper figures with rubbed wear and losses to the paint. Some feathers are distressed with general wear. Verso with hole from mounting hardware. String detached and retained with the lot. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.