Katsinas are central to Hopi Pueblo culture. They are called tithu or katsintithu, sacred powerful beings who bring lessons and blessings. The Hopi Silent Warrior katsina is associated with watchful protection and power. Alvin Leon's small-scale Hopi Silent Warrior katsina doll is elegantly carved from cottonwood and intricately decorated with colorful acrylic paints, embroidery thread, pipe cleaner, sueded leather, yarn, yucca and feathers. The collectible woodwork including base measures roughly 4 5/8" tall, 2 1/4" wide and 2" deep. Signed by the artist.