Incidents in the Hopi Prayer for Rain

Hermon Atkins MacNeil American

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In 1895, MacNeil observed a Hopi ceremony help in Oraibi, Arizona. Captivated by the dancers who caught and released live snakes (which are believed to carry prayers for rain), MacNeil created this commemorative medal. By 1915, the Hopi had outlawed outside recording of their ceremonies including sketches and photography.

Incidents in the Hopi Prayer for Rain, Hermon Atkins MacNeil (American, Everett, Massachusetts 1866–1947 Queens, New York), Bronze, American

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Incidents in the Hopi Prayer for Rain, Hermon Atkins MacNeil (American, Everett, Massachusetts 1866–1947 Queens, New York), Bronze, American
Incidents in the Hopi Prayer for Rain, Hermon Atkins MacNeil (American, Everett, Massachusetts 1866–1947 Queens, New York), Bronze, American
Incidents in the Hopi Prayer for Rain, Hermon Atkins MacNeil (American, Everett, Massachusetts 1866–1947 Queens, New York), Bronze, American

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