? Description This stunning Native American Navajo Snow Kachina doll is a beautifully handcrafted representation of the Snow Kachina, known for bringing cold weather and snow essential for crop growth. Expertly carved from wood and adorned with genuine fur, feathers, and hand-painted details, this piece showcases the artist?s traditional craftsmanship and spiritual symbolism. The doll features a painted blue face, red side ornaments, and a suede skirt with painted designs. The tag explains the spiritual role of this Kachina, and the base is signed and dated by the artist, T.T., with an additional inscription referencing P. Begay (6/16/85). A true example of Navajo artistry, this Kachina embodies both cultural reverence and natural beauty, making it a wonderful addition to any Native American art, Southwestern decor, or Kachina collection. ? Cultural Symbolic Meaning The Snow Kachina (Yuki or Aholi) represents winter blessings and precipitation vital to sustaining crops and life in arid lands. In Native traditions, Kachinas are spirit messengers, each serving a role in maintaining harmony between the spiritual and natural worlds. The Snow Kachina, in particular, is celebrated for bringing snow and fertility, ensuring successful harvests and renewal. (Note: Offered as a cultural collectible. No religious claims or ceremonial use are implied.)