Montana Premier March 4th Collector Auction
Sat, Mar 4, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 753
Navajo Sterling Kokopelli Kachina Pendant
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Featured in this lot is this Navajo sterling Kachina pendant signed "EE". This pendant has an artist signature on the bottom and is marked 925 and sterling confirming the silver purity. The Kachina show's amazing craftsmanship and attention to detail. The figure is seen playing a small flute and features long hair. The Kachina is depicted as Kokopelli, He is found in all pueblos of the southwest. A flute player, baby maker, seducer and good luck for hunters Kachina. In ancient Indian legend, Kokopelli the flute player was the symbol of happiness and joy. He talked to the wind and the sky. His flute could be heard in the Spring breeze, bringing warmth after the winter cold. There are many stories of Kokopelli. One is that he is responsible for the end of winter and the coming of spring. Native American legend has it that when the Kokopelli comes playing his flute the Sun comes out, the snow melts, the green grass grows, the birds come out and begin to sing, and all the animals gather around to hear his songs. Kokopelli and his flute bring the Spring out of the Winter. The pendant shows good condition and a light patina, with no signs of damage. the pendant measures
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