Kokopelli - Abstract Wood Sculpture

Kokopelli - Hand-Carved Red Cedar Sculpture Kokopelli is a fertility deity from the Native American cultures of the Southwestern United States, often depicted as a humpbacked flute player with feathers or antennae crowning his head. A symbol of music, joy, & life's creative spirit, Kokopelli is also known as a trickster & bringer of abundance. When I lived in the Southwest, he was my favorite kachinaand this sculpture is my way of honoring that memory. This unique Red Cedarwood sculpture stands 15 tall, 9 wide, & 5 deep, mounted on a stained mahogany base with a lemon oil & polyurethane finish. The cedar was collected from aged wood in the woodlands near my home on Cape Cod. As I carve with my rotary tools, I let the wood guide methe piece often reveals its own form as weathered areas fall away. After shaping & sanding, I apply lemon oil to bring out the deep reds & purples of the cedar, followed by a protective polyurethane finish. This not only enhances the color & texture but also preserves the sculpture, so there's no need for regular re-oiling. Eastern Red Cedar is prized for its rich heartwood, streaked with red, violet, & pale yellow sapwood. Known by many Native peoples as the Tree of Life, this wood has long been used in sacred ceremonies. I hope this Kokopelli brings warmth, joy, & good energy into your home. Kokopelli - Abstract Wood Sculpture