Description: Adelle Lalo Nampeyo is a member of the famous Nampeyo family. " Born(1959), Hopi/Tewa, Corn Clan, active 1970-present Adelle is the Great-granddaughter of Nampeyo; granddaughter of Fannie Polacca Nampeyo; daughter of Richard and Elva Tewaguna Nampeyo; sister of Elton Nampeyo, Miriam Tewaguna Nampeyo and Neva Polacca Choyou Nampeyo." Reference: Hopi-Tewa Pottery: 500 Artist Biographies by Gregory Schaaf. This beautiful Sikyatki style pottery shaped seed jar is decorated with traditional Nampeyo Hopi eagle design elements. There are 4 panels, each panel with a star & four corners motif as well as eagle talons/feathers below each. The top center circle is surrounded by a red square. There is a geometric star design atop each of the tail feathers, adjacent to which is the eagle talon design. It is symmetrical and well balanced in shape and design. It has a beautiful cream slip polished background with reddish orange (red umber) and black painted design. These designs are reminiscent of ancestral Hopi pottery. The color palette is earth toned featuring shades of red, brown and black. These colors evoke the Arizona desert landscape. Hopi pottery is hand coiled, painted with natural paints made from Bee Weed plant, minerals and painted with a Yucca brush. Pots are covered in sheep dung and fired outdoors. Hopi pottery is renowned for its intricate designs, often reflecting the tribe's spiritual beliefs, ceremonies, and daily life. The eagle tail design typically features a series of feathers arranged in a fan-like pattern, resembling an eagle's tail. Each feather may represent different aspects, such as protection, guidance, or communication with the divine. The eagle is considered a messenger between the earthly and spiritual realms. The use of this design on pottery may invoke blessings, honor ancestors, or connect the user to the natural world. Collectors value Hopi pottery for its artistic expression, cultural continuity, and spiritual resonance. Each piece reflects the skill and creativity of the individual potter. Circa: 2024Measures: 6" wide x 3 1/5" tall approximately - Opening 2.5"Hallmark: Signed Adelle Nampeyo with a CornstalkCondition: New. No cracks, chips or repairs. Slight blemishes consistent with handmade, hand polished, hand painted, fired pottery. Please enlarge photos as they are a large part of the description.
Price: 395 USD
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-12-03T22:11:31.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: Hopi Pueblo, Arizona, USA
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Artisan: Adelle Nampeyo
Tribal Affiliation: Hopi-Tewa
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Handmade: Yes
