Title
Kachin Mana, a representation of the female sex in kachinas
Caption
Kachin Mana, a representation of the female sex in kachinas, As spirits of the invisible life forces, kachinas were impersonated during masked ceremonies which occured from the winter solstice until July, their main purpose to bring rain for the spring crops. The dolls were used as mnemonic devices. USA. Hopi Indian. 20th c
Credit line
Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman
Reference
UMG12A18_152
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No
License type
Rights managed
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36,8Mb (925,1Kb) / 10,4in x 13,8in / 3110 x 4134 (300dpi)