Some pots belong in this collection because of their spectacular form (cf. 1993-05); some are notable because of their spectacular […]
Bird Hanging from Sky Band Design
2015-10 Bowl with distinctive interpretation of “bird hanging from sky band” motif
A reader who is familiar with this catalog and has developed some confidence in my analysis of Hopi pottery should […]
2014-14 Small “bird hanging from sky band” dish
This is a simple and somewhat thick shallow bowl of undistinguished form. It is interesting in this collection because it […]
2014-07 Simplified “bird hanging from sky band” bowl
This bowl is well-made with substantial, even walls. There is an extra coil of clay forming the inner lip, an […]
2012-23 Large Seedpot with Geometric Design and Bird Hanging from Sky Band
This is a large jar with an unusual and spectacular shape that Rachel uses to show off a design that […]
2012-06 Ovoid Tray with Red Lip and Sky Band Hanging Bird Design
The tray does not have a flat rim; the pointed ends curve up slightly. The inside is smoothly polished while […]
2010-23 “Summer Pond Tinaia” Shallow Bowl
Bowl 2010-23 is a variation of the “bird hanging from sky band” design of Sikyatki origin that was adopted by […]
2010-11 Small Canteen with Variation of “Bird Hanging from Sky Band” Design
Of the fifteen or so pots in the collection that were probably both made and painted by Nampeyo, this canteen, […]
2006-08 Small Bowl with Bird Hanging from Sky Band Design
The blotchy red paint indicates a pre-1930 date of manufacture. The bowl is very well formed with a thick, uncrackled […]
2005-15 Hanging Shallow Dish with Bird Hanging from Sky Band Design
This is one of the more carefully painted and graceful designs that I have seen by Laura Tomosie. Joy Sandino […]