Hopi Pueblo Miniature Pot Carrier Kachina Doll By AL

Late 20th Century

2.5″ H x 1.125″ L x 1.375″ W

Hand Carved from Cottonwood Root Holding a Pistachio Nut Bowl Filled with Turquoise Stones and Adorned with a Black Pipe Cleaner, Fabric, String and Feathers Signed Hopi Pot Carrier By AL

From a Private Colorado Collection

In Very Good Condition

Adrian Leon (Hopi/Acoma), known for creating wonderful, detailed miniature kachina dolls, including the Pot Carrier. Examples of his work appear in sales listings (e.g., around 2-2.25 inches tall, delicately carved and painted). Adrian Leon specializes in these small-scale pieces, blending Hopi traditions with fine craftsmanship.

The Hopi Pueblo Miniature Pot Carrier Kachina Doll (also known as Katsina) refers to a small, hand-carved representation of the Sivu-i-quil Taka (or similar variants like Sivu-i-quil Taqa, Matia, Hand Katsina, or Pot Carrier Man). This is a traditional Hopi spirit being (katsina) often depicted carrying a pot on its back, secured by a strap over the forehead or shoulder, symbolizing its role or attributes in Hopi ceremonies.