Hopi Tuskiapaya "Crazy Rattle" Kachina Doll

This depiction of Tuskiapaya "Crazy Rattle" kachina dates to the late 1950s or early 1960s. The doll is traditionally carved from cottonwood root and sits on a stand. Tuskiapaya, also called "Crazy Rattle," is a runner type kachina whose name refers to the way he rattles his rattle at the dances. This doll has nice attention to detail, especially on his dance kilt. The doll measures 10 3/4" height and is in good condition.