Carl Etsate: Recycled Material, Large Shalako Kachina Emery Eriacho (d) creating a sense of harmony

creating a sense of harmony between all elements depicted

you can almost feel the powerful energy emanating from this carving

This masterpiece exemplifies Cheama's profound talent and creativity in intricately carving natural elements into mystical creatures

we can find life's spirit and essence

It's like having nature's art right in your hands

Carl Etsate: Recycled Material, Large Shalako Kachina Emery Eriacho (d) creating a sense of harmonyE tsa tee The Shalako Kachina originates from the Shalako ceremony of the Zunis, who perform the ceremony as a rite that assures the transformation of winter's death into spring's rebirth. The ritual is expected to bless the Zuni people with the sun's light for another year. Dimensions: Length 1 15 16" X Width 2 1 4" X Height 8 1 4"