Katsina Mask (Kawaika)

Pueblo

19th–20th century

Not on view

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Title: Katsina Mask (Kawaika)
Date: 19th–20th century
Geography: United States, New Mexico, Rio Grande
Culture: Pueblo
Medium: Leather, wood, paint, wool, feathers, gourd
Dimensions: H. 13 1/4 x W. 12 3/4 x D. 11 1/4 in. (33.7 x 32.4 x 28.6 cm)
Classification: Hide-Sculpture
Credit Line: The Michael C. Rockefeller Memorial Collection, Purchase, Nelson A. Rockefeller Gift, 1969
Object Number: 1978.412.109
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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