Bendrew Atokuku
Star / Sohu
13 1/2"
total height
"The Star [or Sohu] Kachina
is a strange mixture with his fringed hunting shirt and kilt
of radiating turkey feathers. He does not resemble the usual
Hopi kachina. He appears in the Mixed Kachina Dance but never
comes as a single kachina. Normally the points of the stars have
red stained "warrior" feathers on the tips, and the
top of the head is covered with sheepskin dyed black, rather
than real hair."
- Barton Wright, Kachinas: a Hopi
Artist's Documentary (125)
We're delighted to present
the work of Bendrew Atokuku. He is one of the most talented and
promising young old-style carvers producing today.
Bendrew is the younger brother
of Elene Atokuku, who is also known for her fine Hopi silver
overlay, and exquisite Hopi coil plaques.
Hailing from the village of
Shungopavi at Second Mesa, Bendrew and his family are deeply
steeped in tradition and ceremonial life. This immersion is apparent
in their work, as attention to detail and authenticity stands
out as a chief characteristic.
