Hilili by YeaMu Honlestewa Hotevilla Yeii Bicheii is a Hopi

Yeii Bicheii is a Hopi interpretation of a Navajo messenger to the rain gods

especially the cloud symbol on the back of his vest

This katsina doll is carved by Yea Mu Honlestewa from Second Mesa

Carved by Laban Atokuku

Hilili by YeaMu Honlestewa Hotevilla Yeii Bicheii is a HopiThis katsina doll is carved by Yea Mu Honlestewa from Second Mesa. He is 7 inches tall to the top of his head and 8 1 2 inches tall overall. Hiilili is a whipper katsina, guard or security figure whose family appears during the Powamuya, Angkwa and the summer day katsina dances. Dressed in the Snake Dancers costume, he is a very spirited dancer. The Koyemsimu sing to them when they perform in group dances during Angk'wa. Hiilili vary a great deal and