Native American

Bowl

Artist: Nampeyo

Culture/People: Tewa-Hopi

Place: Hopi, Southwest United States

Media: Clay and mineral paints

Dims: 4 x 10.25 in. (10.1 x 26 cm).

Date: c. 1890

Description: This is an early example of Nampeyo’s work, incorporating glazed Polacca slip with a minimalistic interpretation of a Sikyatki design in two colors. The red form might be a prayer stick or a type of stick used to kick in competitive activities designed to bring blessings and moisture to Hopi agricultural fields.

Also, see NA1272a and NA1272b or learn more here.

 

RTC No: NA0782
Gift of Ralph T. Coe, 2011

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