1995-03 Small Seedpot – Eagle Tail Design

1995-03 Small Seedpot – Eagle Tail Design

Eagle-feather seed pot by Rachel Sahmie Nampeyo. A version of the class “Old Lady” design, Rachael used a rather formal Greek key design around the opening and added dragon fly symbols. Almost too perfect, the irregular blushing helps make this a powerful pot. For...
1994-06 Sikyatki Revival Jar with Avian Design

1994-06 Sikyatki Revival Jar with Avian Design

This is a classic Sikyatki revival pot.  The clay is beautifully blushed and the abstract avian design is framed by substantial unpainted space that highlights the painting. Of the potters working at Hopi today, Rachael’s work most successfully captures the...