Mixed Media
Durango arts and craftsman Eric Hodges creates these detailed one of a kind Knife and Sheath sets. Truly a collectors item for the sportsman. The deer skin is saddle fringe laced, the turquoise is inlaid and the blade is hand forged. An amazing amount of work and talent in each piece. The knife is 12 inches long and the total height is 18 inches tall.
Hilili Katsina is said to have originated in the Zuni Pueblo. Hilili is a Guard and he is admired for how fast he dances. The name comes from sounds he makes.
"Tawa"-Our Father Sun and "Hahai-i Wuhti"-Our Mother- Seasoned cottonwood root is painted with pigment and decorated with feathers. Father and Mother are sold as a pair, this is a unique offering. Terry has been learning and creating the KatsinaM culture his whole life. Call about these Katsina and you may reach Terry himself in the gallery to explain more about their significance in the Hopi ceremonies.
Hand made knife, sheath and stand are all include for displaying this detailed work of art. The antler knife is inlaid with turquoise and coral. The sheath is leather dyed and has hand lacing with deer skin. This is a fantastic work of art, the perfect gift for the collector.
"Tablita Lady"- by gourd artist Robert Rivera of New Mexico. The headdress has a night sky with stars in it, the figure is decorated with turquoise, shells, feathers and leather. The body is the natural form of the gourd and left in the dried fruit color. She measures 11 3/4 inches tall.
White Buffalo Katsina by Hopi carver Chester Poleyestewa. In January the White Buffalo comes out to dance, he is the star of the social dance. Said to be the most powerful animal, he is also a spiritual protector. Chester's subtle pigments are painted with knowledgeable accuracy, and decorated with fur, feathers, and shells.
"Formation"- Mixed media landscape by Durango artist Stanton Englehart. Measuring 35 inches by 23 inches that includes the 3 1/2 inches of matting and framing.
"Think About This"- Stanton Englehart's mixed media landscape, captures the big sky of the Southwest. Measuring 40 inches by 32 1/2 inches that includes the 3 inches of mat and frame.
Woodlands-Northern Plains Beaded Pouch. This pouch is in excellent condition, it is fabric lined and the beaded design is beautiful. Each side has a different floral pattern of it.
Zuni fabric doll decorated with printed fabrics, leather boots, a Zuni designed apron. Her face is hand painted, and her hair is braid yarn. She stands 11 1/2" tall.
