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“White Bear”
by Earl Patterson, Hopi
Description: Katsina carving of cottonwood root with acrylic paint and linseed oil stain. 14.5 inches high.
About this Award: Awarded to acknowledge excellence in katsina doll carving
Jurors’ Comments:
Gerald Dawavendewa: It’s a great bear. The proportions are really nice. It’s almost a classic style. It captures the essence of the katsina. It’s got the detail that makes it come alive.
Ryan Huna Smith: It’s a nice large size katsina, very traditional. There’s a lot of nice detail all the way around. I really like the carving of the hands; they are really well done.
White Swann: The white bear is well proportioned. The very clean detail caught my eye.
Earl Patterson
Photo by Lana Tupponce