Exquisitely crafted bracelet by Hopi Artist Hallie Honanie featuring three kokopelli or humped back flute players. This bracelet measures 6" from end to end with an adjustable gap of 1"-2", a great size for a man or a women depending upon wrist size.
Kokopelli: This character is known as the fertility god, humped back flute player, or shape changer and was revered by all Native American People who knew of him. His representation can be found carved on the side of cliffs, inside caves, mimicked by Kachina Dolls and even in personal adornment. He is generally known to bring good luck and fortune. Among the Hopi people he carries unborn children on his back passing them out to women. Kokopelli also takes part in marriage rituals, crop rituals and he also chases away winter and brings in spring. Kokopelli can also appear with has consort, Kokopelmana.
Prayer Feathers: Prayer feathers or "Pahos" are created out of cottonwood root or cedar and
have specific feathers
attached to catch the wind. They are generally created to
communicate with the Creator of the Kachinas and are used
to accomplish specific
tasks of protection and blessings.
Corn: Being historically the most important crop to the Hopis, the corn stalk represents life itself.
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