Eototo Kachina Number of Strands_8 Radiating from the gold maze

Radiating from the gold maze are intricately cut eagle feathers incorporating traditional prayer feathers and swirling water symbols

and handmade sterling silver tips with inlay designs

The cuff gradually widens from one side to the other

and the central handle signifies the bridge that joins them in marriage

ostrich farms in the Phoenix area along the Salt and Gila Rivers produced the beautiful feathered plumes that women wore on their fancy hats

Eototo Kachina Number of Strands_8 Radiating from the gold mazeHand Carved and Painted Hopi Eototo Kachina who is a chief figure among the Hopi Kachinas, associated with leadership and ceremonial order. He appears during the Powamu ceremony and is accompanied by Aholi, who serves as his First Lieutenant. Eototo is considered a powerful presence within Hopi ceremonial traditions. 9. 75 Doll Height, 11 Overall Height