protective charm; kachina doll

Flat, Kachina doll, protective charm used as a Christmas tree ornament. The doll is formed of a flat piece of wood, with the top carved into a flower shape, with a rectangular bottom section. The raised, central flower forms a face. The doll is painted in black, white, red, yellow, and turquoise. There is a length of wool tied around the centre for suspension.

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