Eugene Takala, Dawa (Sun) Katsina carving

The Dawa (Sun) Katsina is a representation of the spirit of the Sun, though he may on occasion be called the Sun Shield Katsina. He appears in a role very similar to that of Nakiachop or Talavai, standing to the side with a spruce tree in his left hand and a bell in his right. Also, he may appear in a Mixed Dance with the flute in his left hand that is associated with him in many myths. (Wright, B., 1973:124)