Bidspirit auction | Edmund Nequatewa Hopi Kachina Rattle

Edmund Nequatewa Hopi Kachina Rattle - Hopi, Shungopavi Village, Arizona, mid to late 20th century American Southwest, Hopi peoples 20th century. Painted gourd rattle by Eddie Nequatewa, of tapering form with elongated handle, decorated in red, black, and white pigments with bold geometric devices. The interior retains small suspended elements, producing the characteristic sound when shaken, while textile binding and feather attachments further enrich the surface. 10”L Ex-New Mexico Estate. Collection Amassed Prior to 1995