Iron coat rack, 'Kokopelli Serenade' Home Decor Wall Decor Coat Racks Key Holders 
Kokopelli the flautist is borne from myth and legend;
he travels far and wide playing melodious tunes inviting all
to dance. Now he adorns this extraordinary coat rack, forged
of iron by J. Blas, who uses a novel technique
of his own design to cut the iron sheets. The
rack is painted by hand with a blend of enamel
and acrylic hues, infusing a rustic elegance. Kokopelli dates
back to pre-historic times; regarded as a deity, he is
usually depicted with a humped back, playing a flute. Ancient
legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader who traveled from
central Mexico to the United States' southwestern deserts and mountains,
where he is featured in the form of rock art
dating thousands of years. Kokopelli played his flute to announce
his arrival and according to Pueblo legends, he carried seeds,
babies and blankets in his hump which he offered to
the maidens he seduced. To the Hopi, Kokopelli plays
his flute to draw heat from the Earth and thus
make the seeds grow. His name derives from Koko
("wood") and pilau ("hump"). Kokopelli is believed
to be present whenever life comes forth from seed
plant or animal.
Price: $57.95 |
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