Walter Howato Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1921 - d. 2003

Walter Howato was a Hopi artist from the First Mesa village of Sitcom'ovi, a member of the Reed Clan who carved actively from the 1940s until his death in 2003. He also worked for Walt Disney in Los Angeles and helped build the Glen Canyon Dam. He experimented with many combinations of paints to match the older style of katsina dolls he remembered from his childhood, and mixed his pigments with a white clay called tumma. He built up multiple layers of paint over clay, creating an aged appearance in his dolls.

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  • Hopi Wood Kokopelli Phallic Kachina by Walter Howato
    Apr. 18, 2025

    Hopi Wood Kokopelli Phallic Kachina by Walter Howato

    Est: $600 - $1,000

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A cottonwood kachina doll depicting Kokopelli, adorned with a red fox fur ruff and chicken feathers affixed to a black mask featuring a central white stripe and a conical, striped beak. The upper garment is carved from wood, while the lower skirt is made of felt - one corner playfully lifted to reveal a prominent phallus, a humorous reference to Kokopelli's traditional role as both a fertility symbol and a mischievous trickster. Initialed "WH" on the base. Size: 6" W x 14" H (15.2 cm x 35.6 cm) Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired between 1960 - 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192861

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Kachina Wood Woman Figure w/ Jar by Walter Howato
    Apr. 18, 2025

    Kachina Wood Woman Figure w/ Jar by Walter Howato

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A cottonwood Kachina-style figure standing with a painted pot upon her head and a ladle in her hand. Clad in traditional black manta dress with red, and green lines representing embroidered edges, complemented by a painted sash. Possibly depicting a bystander during Kachina performances. Signed on the foot: "WH." Size: 7.5" W x 18" H (19 cm x 45.7 cm) Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired between 1960 to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192860

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Large Hopi Wood Aholi Kachina Doll by Walter Howato
    Apr. 18, 2025

    Large Hopi Wood Aholi Kachina Doll by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,100 - $1,650

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A larger-than-average cottonwood kachina doll representing Aholi, the lieutenant to a kachina chief and a companion of Eototo. Known for his distinctive appearance, Aholi wears a tall conical mask with a ruff of fox fur, a vibrantly painted cotton canvas blanket cloak, red moccasins, and carries a large staff adorned with feathers and yarn. A kachina of Third Mesa, he appears alongside Eototo in Bean Dances. Signed in pencil on the foot, "W. HOWATO." This piece may be an early carving by Howato, as his later works are known for their intentionally aged and antique aesthetic. Size: 6" W x 25.5" H (15.2 cm x 64.8 cm) Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired from 1990 to 2005 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192855

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Hopi Wood Butterfly Kachina Maiden by Walter Howato
    Apr. 03, 2025

    Hopi Wood Butterfly Kachina Maiden by Walter Howato

    Est: $900 - $1,800

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A magnificent cottonwood kachina sculpture depicting Polik-mana, the Butterfly Kachina Maiden, adorned with an elaborate kopatsoki (tableta) headdress. Beyond the finely carved wood, Howato has incorporated intricate ornaments, including painted leather ankle cuffs, yarn tassels (one representing a rain sash), magpie feathers in her hands, beaded necklaces with a silver naja pendant, a turquoise beaded jacla, nacre shell ornaments, Northern Flicker woodpecker feathers, a turquoise nugget, fluffy white goose down feathers, and human hair. Traditionally, Butterfly Kachina Maidens dance barefoot, their yellow-painted feet symbolizing the pollination of flowers. The right foot is labeled "PAL-HEK MANA," while the left foot bears the artist's signature, "W. Howato." A truly spectacular work, rich in symbolic and material detail. Size: 8" W x 27" H (20.3 cm x 68.6 cm) Size: 8" W x 27" H (20.3 cm x 68.6 cm) Size: 8" W x 27" H (20.3 cm x 68.6 cm) The Butterfly Kachina Maiden (Polik-mana) represents fertility, beauty, and agricultural abundance in Hopi and Puebloan traditions. She is depicted with an elaborate tableta (headdress) featuring cloud and butterfly motifs, symbolizing rain and transformation. Her associated Butterfly Dance is a harvest and social dance, performed by young women in pairs with slow, graceful movements that mimic butterflies. This dance emphasizes courtship, renewal, and the role of pollinators in sustaining crops. Through Polik-mana, the Hopi celebrate nature's cycles, female virtue, and the harmony between humans and the environment. Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired between 1960 - 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192854

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Kachina Wood Woman Figure w/ Jar by Walter Howato
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Kachina Wood Woman Figure w/ Jar by Walter Howato

    Est: $900 - $1,500

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A cottonwood Kachina-style figure standing with a painted pot upon her head and a ladle in her hand. Clad in traditional black manta dress with red, and green lines representing embroidered edges, complemented by a painted sash. Possibly depicting a bystander during Kachina performances. Signed on the foot: "WH." Size: 7.5" W x 18" H (19 cm x 45.7 cm) Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired between 1960 to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192860

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Large Hopi Wood Crow Mother Kachina by Walter Howato
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Large Hopi Wood Crow Mother Kachina by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,000 - $1,800

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. 20th century CE. A large hand-carved cottonwood kachina figure of Crow Mother, depicted presenting a plate of dried corn kernels. She is adorned with a fur ruff, a yarn tassel with a nacre shell pendant, feathers, and a beaded necklace with turquoise around her neck. Notably, the case mask is removable, crafted from stiff leather with painted features and protruding wooden wings. The underside of the skirt is signed "WH." The Crow Mother Kachina is a revered figure in Hopi and Zuni traditions, symbolizing maternal care, fertility, and agricultural abundance. She is a nurturing presence associated with the earth, the protection of children, and the continuity of life. As a guardian of the harvest and a bringer of blessings, her role in ceremonies underscores the importance of balance, sustenance, and spiritual harmony. Size: 5" W x 20" H (12.7 cm x 50.8 cm) Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired between 1960 to 1990 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192852

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Tall Hopi Wood Kachina Mudhead / Koyesmsi (Walter Howato)
    Mar. 20, 2025

    Tall Hopi Wood Kachina Mudhead / Koyesmsi (Walter Howato)

    Est: $1,200 - $1,800

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A large cottonwood kachina doll depicting a portly Mudhead Kachina, or Koyemsi, holding a drum with leather wristlets adorned with shells and a stone arrowhead. The figure is decorated with yarn tied around the waist and neck, while white feathers accent the nodules on its rounded head. Mudhead Kachinas are among the most recognizable and versatile Hopi figures, serving as clowns, drummers, announcers, and stand-ins for other kachinas during ceremonies. Their distinctive earth-toned heads with raised nodules give them their name, and they play an important role in both entertainment and spiritual guidance. Signed in pen on the felt base: "WH." This piece may be an early carving by Howato, as his later works are known for their intentionally aged and antique aesthetic. Size: 8.5" W x 23" H (21.6 cm x 58.4 cm) Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired from 1990 to 2005 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192857

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Hopi Kokopelli Kachina Lifting Skirt by Walter Howato
    Mar. 20, 2025

    Hopi Kokopelli Kachina Lifting Skirt by Walter Howato

    Est: $800 - $1,500

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A large cottonwood kachina doll depicting Kokopelli disguised as the female counterpart Kokopelli Mana. The figure wears a black mask with a white stripe down the center, a conical striped beak, and large red feathered side hair whorls, signifying maiden status. But, the upper garment is carved from wood, while the lower skirt is made of felt - one corner playfully lifted to reveal a prominent phallus with pubic hair, a humorous nod to Kokopelli's role as both a fertility symbol and a mischievous trickster. This unexpected detail cleverly reinforces the dual nature of the character, blurring the lines between gender roles in a way that is both comical and symbolic. Signed in pen on the felt base: "W. HOWATO." This piece may be an early carving by Howato, as his later works are known for their intentionally aged and antique aesthetic. A heishi shell and turquoise stone necklace adorns the neck, adding an element of traditional ornamentation. Size: 7" W x 19" H (17.8 cm x 48.3 cm) Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired from 1990 to 2005 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192856

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Tall Hopi Wood Aholi Kachina Doll by Walter Howato
    Mar. 20, 2025

    Tall Hopi Wood Aholi Kachina Doll by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,200 - $1,800

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi Pueblo, 1921-2003), ca. mid-20th century CE. A larger-than-average cottonwood kachina doll representing Aholi, the lieutenant to a kachina chief and a companion of Eototo. Known for his distinctive appearance, Aholi wears a tall conical mask with a ruff of fox fur, a vibrantly painted cotton canvas blanket cloak, red moccasins, and carries a large staff adorned with feathers and yarn. A kachina of Third Mesa, he appears alongside Eototo in Bean Dances. Signed in pencil on the foot, "W. HOWATO." This piece may be an early carving by Howato, as his later works are known for their intentionally aged and antique aesthetic. Size: 6" W x 25.5" H (15.2 cm x 64.8 cm) Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired from 1990 to 2005 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #192855

    Artemis Fine Arts
  • Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Doll Attributed to Walter Howato
    May. 02, 2023

    Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Doll Attributed to Walter Howato

    Est: $50 - $150

    Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century. A vintage Old Style Hopi Kachina Doll "Pahlik Mana" "Butterfly Maiden". Of carved and painted cottonwood root with added feathers. Unsigned but attributed to Walter Howato, Hopi Reed Clan (1921-2003). 11 1/2" h x 8 5/8" w. Condition: Some paint loss

    Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
  • Old Style "Cloud" Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century.
    Feb. 21, 2023

    Old Style "Cloud" Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Old Style "Cloud" Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century. A vintage Old Style Hopi Kachina Doll "Omau-u" "Cloud". Of carved and painted cottonwood root, with aged weathering, and added feathers. Unsigned but attributed to Walter Howato, Hopi Reed Clan (1921-2003). 15 1/2" H

    Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
  • Twin War God Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato- American, 20th Century.
    Feb. 21, 2023

    Twin War God Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato- American, 20th Century.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Twin War God Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato- American, 20th Century. A vintage Old Style Hopi Kachina Doll "Twin War God", Pö-ökang-hoya & Palö-ngaohoya. Of carved and painted cottonwood root, with aged weathering. Unsigned but attributed to Walter Howato, Hopi Reed Clan (1921-2003). 16" h

    Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
  • Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century.
    Feb. 21, 2023

    Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Butterfly Maiden Hopi Kachina Attributed to Howato - American, Mid-20th Century. A vintage Old Style Hopi Kachina Doll "Pahlik Mana" "Butterfly Maiden". Of carved and painted cottonwood root with added feathers. Unsigned but attributed to Walter Howato, Hopi Reed Clan (1921-2003). 11 1/2" h x 8 5/8" w. Condition: Some paint loss

    Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
  • WALTER HOWATO HOPI KACHINA DOLL HEAD PAINTING
    Jun. 11, 2022

    WALTER HOWATO HOPI KACHINA DOLL HEAD PAINTING

    Est: $150 - $200

    16" by 20" on stretcher. Walter Howato is known for Hopi art (Kachina doll). Allard Auction Collection Inv: NO TAG

    Davis Brothers Auction
  • Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003) Kachina: Muzribi, Bean Kachina, carved and painted wood. Private Collection, purchased directly from the artist. Size: 11'' x 3'' x 3.75'' (28 x 8 x 10 cm).

    Material Culture
  • Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)

    Est: $600 - $900

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)Kachina: Palhikmana, Butterfly maiden, carved and painted wood. Private Pennsylvania Collection, purchased at the Heard Museum, Phoenix, AZ. Size: 23'' x 9'' x 4.5'' (58 x 23 x 11 cm).

    Material Culture
  • Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Walter Howato (Hopi Pueblo, Reed Clan, 1921-2003)Kachina: Angwusnasomtaka, Crow Mother, carved and painted wood. Private Pennsylvania Collection, Purchased directly from the artist. Size: 11'' x 5'' x 3'' (28 x 13 x 8 cm).

    Material Culture
  • Hopi, Walter Howato, Mongwa [Owl] Kachina
    Aug. 13, 2021

    Hopi, Walter Howato, Mongwa [Owl] Kachina

    Est: $300 - $500

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921 - 2003) Mongwa [Owl] Kachina cottonwood, pigment inscribed underside: Walter / Howato

    Santa Fe Art Auction
  • Signed 20th C. Hopi Wood Koshare Kachina, Walter Howato
    Aug. 05, 2021

    Signed 20th C. Hopi Wood Koshare Kachina, Walter Howato

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Walter Howato (Native American, Hopi, Reed Clan, 1921-2003), ca. mid to late 20th century CE. A fascinating kachina doll made from wood, fabric, shell, and turquoise, and painted with the characteristic stripes to represent a koshare (payakyamu) clown. This figure may be a Hopi dancer dressed as the koshare. He holds slices of watermelon in his hands and stands on delineated feet. The stripes are dry-brushed directly on the body to create a streaky appearance, and black circles and lines are painted around the eyes and mouth. Around his waist is a felt loin cloth with red and green yarn strands attached. A necklace of nacre, cowrie shells, and glass beads is strung around his neck. The dramatic headdress has two horns that are upright and decorated with corn husks at the tips. The big belly and watermelon represent gluttony. The foot is signed by the artist: "W HOWATO." This is a large, and very striking example with a jolly countenance. Size: 22" W x 29.75" H (55.9 cm x 75.6 cm); 30" H (76.2 cm) on included custom stand. This kachina is a sacred jester or trickster spirit, and dancers dressed as koshare will often parody and mock the audience to both invoke laughter and ridicule; they may also throw the watermelon at watchers! While humorous, the performances are meant as serious social commentaries. Provenance: private Littleton, Colorado, USA collection, between 1959 to 1962 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166066

    Artemis Gallery
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Kweo, Wolf Katsina
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Kweo, Wolf Katsina

    Est: $500 - $800

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Kweo, Wolf Katsina holding a rabbit; signed and dated on base, height 22 x width 10.25 in.  1995 Provenance: Purchased from Dean Howato, Walter's son, in 2011.

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wind Deities Altar Wood Sculpture
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wind Deities Altar Wood Sculpture

    Est: $400 - $500

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wind Deities Altar Wood Sculpture height 23 x 7 in.  third quarter 20th century Provenance: Purchased from the Heard Museum, Arizona

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Koshare Figure
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Koshare Figure

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Koshare Figure standing figure with pennies in hand, height 27 in. x 13.5 in.  third quarter 20th century

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Heheya Katsina
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Heheya Katsina

    Est: $500 - $800

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Heheya Katsina height 20.5 in. second half 20th century Illustrated: Schaaf, Gregory.  Hopi Katsina: 1600 Artist Biographies (2008: 137). Provenance: Purchased from Yellow Dog Trading Co., New Mexico

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Polik Mana, Butterfly Maiden Katsina
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Polik Mana, Butterfly Maiden Katsina

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Polik Mana, Butterfly Maiden Katsina signed on base, 25.75 x 13.5 in.  1972

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wood Sculpture
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wood Sculpture

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Wood Sculpture Self Portrait  depicting Howato sheltered by an eagle figure, height 12.5 in.  second half 20th century

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Shalako Taka Katsina
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Shalako Taka Katsina

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Shalako Taka Katsina height 21.75 in. second half 20th century 

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Flute Dancers Figures
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Flute Dancers Figures

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Walter Howato (Hopi, 1921-2003) Flute Dancers Figures lot of 13, includes a parade of dancers; each figure is signed on the bottom of a foot, largest height 17.75 in., smallest height 10.75 in.  second half 20th century

    Cowan's Auctions
  • 20th C. Hopi Painted Wood Kachina - Walter Howato
    Oct. 17, 2019

    20th C. Hopi Painted Wood Kachina - Walter Howato

    Est: $1,400 - $2,100

    **Originally Listed At $850** Native American, Southwestern USA, Hopi people, ca. mid 20th century CE, by Walter Howato (1921-2003). A fascinating wood kachina doll, painted in the style pioneered by Howato and described below. The doll stands slightly forward, bent at the waist, with a relatively large head with wide ears and a face that seems to show fright. Lightning-bolt-like motifs are on the nose and cheeks. The hands clench together at the waist, over a black loincloth. The body is pink, with dark pink abstract motifs painted on the legs and shoulders. Size: 4" W x 13.65" H (10.2 cm x 34.7 cm) Walter Howato was a Hopi artist from the First Mesa village of Sitcom'ovi, a member of the Reed Clan who carved actively from the 1940s until his death in 2003. He also worked for Walt Disney in Los Angeles and helped build the Glen Canyon Dam. He experimented with many combinations of paints to match the older style of katsina dolls he remembered from his childhood, and mixed his pigments with a white clay called tumma. He built up multiple layers of paint over clay, creating an aged appearance in his dolls. Provenance: private S. S. collection, Los Angeles, California, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #136829

    Artemis Gallery
  • 20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato
    Mar. 07, 2019

    20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,500 - $2,250

    Native American, Southwestern USA, Hopi people, ca. mid 20th century CE, by Walter Howato (1921-2003). A fascinating wood kachina doll, painted in the style pioneered by Howato and described below. The doll stands slightly forward, bent at the waist, with a relatively large head with wide ears and a face that seems to show fright. Lightning-bolt-like motifs are on the nose and cheeks. The hands clench together at the waist, over a black loincloth. The body is pink, with dark pink abstract motifs painted on the legs and shoulders. Size: 4" W x 13.65" H (10.2 cm x 34.7 cm) Walter Howato was a Hopi artist from the First Mesa village of Sitcom'ovi, a member of the Reed Clan who carved actively from the 1940s until his death in 2003. He also worked for Walt Disney in Los Angeles and helped build the Glen Canyon Dam. He experimented with many combinations of paints to match the older style of katsina dolls he remembered from his childhood, and mixed his pigments with a white clay called tumma. He built up multiple layers of paint over clay, creating an aged appearance in his dolls. Provenance: private S. S. collection, Los Angeles, California, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #136829

    Artemis Gallery
  • 20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato
    Dec. 20, 2018

    20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,700 - $2,550

    **Originally Listed At $850** Native American, Southwestern USA, Hopi people, ca. mid 20th century CE, by Walter Howato (1921-2003). A fascinating wood kachina doll, painted in the style pioneered by Howato and described below. The doll stands slightly forward, bent at the waist, with a relatively large head with wide ears and a face that seems to show fright. Lightning-bolt-like motifs are on the nose and cheeks. The hands clench together at the waist, over a black loincloth. The body is pink, with dark pink abstract motifs painted on the legs and shoulders. Size: 4" W x 13.65" H (10.2 cm x 34.7 cm) Walter Howato was a Hopi artist from the First Mesa village of Sitcom'ovi, a member of the Reed Clan who carved actively from the 1940s until his death in 2003. He also worked for Walt Disney in Los Angeles and helped build the Glen Canyon Dam. He experimented with many combinations of paints to match the older style of katsina dolls he remembered from his childhood, and mixed his pigments with a white clay called tumma. He built up multiple layers of paint over clay, creating an aged appearance in his dolls. Provenance: private S. S. collection, Los Angeles, California, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #136829

    Artemis Gallery
  • 20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato
    Jul. 19, 2018

    20th C. Hopi Polychrome Wood Kachina by Walter Howato

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Native American, Southwestern USA, Hopi people, ca. mid 20th century CE, by Walter Howato (1921-2003). A fascinating wood kachina doll, painted in the style pioneered by Howato and described below. The doll stands slightly forward, bent at the waist, with a relatively large head with wide ears and a face that seems to show fright. Lightning-bolt-like motifs are on the nose and cheeks. The hands clench together at the waist, over a black loincloth. The body is pink, with dark pink abstract motifs painted on the legs and shoulders. Size: 4" W x 13.65" H (10.2 cm x 34.7 cm) Walter Howato was a Hopi artist from the First Mesa village of Sitcom'ovi, a member of the Reed Clan who carved actively from the 1940s until his death in 2003. He also worked for Walt Disney in Los Angeles and helped build the Glen Canyon Dam. He experimented with many combinations of paints to match the older style of katsina dolls he remembered from his childhood, and mixed his pigments with a white clay called tumma. He built up multiple layers of paint over clay, creating an aged appearance in his dolls. Provenance: private S. S. collection, Los Angeles, California, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #136829

    Artemis Gallery
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