Vintage Hopi Leonard Shupla Eagle Kachina Doll Hand Carved Signed 10.75" For Sale

Vintage Hopi Leonard Shupla Eagle Kachina (Kwahu) Doll – Hand Carved & PaintedBeautiful vintage Hopi Eagle Kachina (Kwahu) doll, hand-carved and hand-painted by noted Hopi artist Leonard Shupla.This striking figure depicts the Eagle Kachina in a traditional dance pose with dramatically outstretched arms representing wings. The carving features a turquoise-painted mask with yellow and black beak, red ears, a thick green yarn ruff, and applied feathers and down. The body is decorated in vibrant traditional colors of red, yellow, and turquoise.The figure wears a detailed white kilt decorated with traditional geometric designs in red, black, and green, along with a red sash. Feather elements along the arms create the appearance of extended eagle wings.Most importantly, the underside retains its original Hopi Arts & Crafts – Silvercraft Cooperative Guild label from Second Mesa, Arizona. The label identifies the piece as an “Eagle Kachina” and names Leonard Shupla as the craftsman, providing excellent attribution and provenance.Measurements:Overall Height: Approximately 10.75"Figure Height: Approximately 8.5"Width: Approximately 8.5"Base: Approximately 3.5" x 3"Condition:Excellent condition. Please review all photographs carefully as they are an important part of the condition description.A wonderful documented example of Hopi carving and an appealing addition to a collection of Native American art, Southwestern art, katsina dolls, or American folk art.Original Leonard Shupla attribution label remains attached to the underside.