Chaveyo Ogre Kachina

Large Hand-Carved and Painted Ogre (Chaveyo) Kachina, shown in an active stance holding a knife and yucca whip, mounted on a natural wood base with an integrated Mudhead (Koyemsi) figure. Circa 1993.

Chaveyo Kachinas are ogre figures in Hopi tradition, known for their role in early spring ceremonies where they serve as disciplinary figures, reinforcing proper behavior and cultural teachings.

18.5” Doll Height, 23” Overall Height