Description |
3-dimensional carved figurine in standing position, possibly representing Talavai (Morning Singer Katsina), who appears during Powamu (Bean Dance) and distributes the bean sprouts that have germinated in the kivas; Case mask is blue on front (with black and white band along top) and pink on back, with hooked eyes, red tubular mouth, red tab ears, and bundle of feathers tied to top; Shoulders, forearms, and lower legs are yellow and remainder of torso is painted orange; Figure's painted clothing includes white dance kilt, blue garters, brown moccasins, and turquoise and shell necklace. |