Zuni Pueblo Shulawitsi (Fire God) Katsina [SOLD]

Shulawitsi is almost an exact duplicate of the Hopi Kokosori, but he is not related to Kokosori. A young boy who is innocent and pure of heart usually performs him. He carries a fire stick, signifying his responsibility as caretaker of one of the important physical elements of the universe: fire.

The artisan has done a good job portraying this Katsina. He made a beaded necklace, skirt with fringe, belt sash and a fire stick. The neck ruff is fashioned from material. The arms are made to articulate. The doll is in excellent condition.

Provenance: From the personal collection of Frances Balcomb, owner of Balcomb