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Mountain Sheep Kachina

Called Panwa, this mountain sheep kachina is represented by a well carved doll, illustrating many of the symbolic characters of this interesting personage. The top of the head has two curved, slightly twisted white horns, along the front of which are zigzag green lines. Upon these are fastened little clusters of downy breath feathers. The Panwa kachina like other animal kachinas has the power to strengthen the chance of abundant animals for hunting season.
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Category:Artistic
Subcategory:Traditional
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Mountain Sheep Kachina