Folk Art Other Animal Design
As noted in the discussion of 2010-09 (above), in early May 2010 Rachel and I were talking by phone and discussing the meaning of ancient creatures sometimes found on old Jeddito pots. Bowl 2010-09 depicts such a creature and Rachel said that these old designs had a...
Folk Art Other Animal Design
Like some early Twentieth Century mixing bowls with grocery store decals, this unusual pot advertises “Hopi Tribe; Old Oraibi” as part of its decoration, which also includes an image of a turtle and a lizard. I have seen the signature with this stylized “GS” used to...
Folk Art Other Animal Design
Little pottery is made in Orabi (or at Third Mesa), and most of that is utility ware. This is one of two painted pots from Third Mesa in the collection. The other (2011-11) is also by Treva Burton. Treva Burton was born on April 8, 1929 and is the younger sister of...
Canteens, Folk Art Other Animal Design
A frog is an appropriate decoration for a canteen since both are associated with water. Rachel Namingha had 5 daughters and a son. Of the five daughters, three (Dextra Quotskuyva, Lillian Gonzales and Priscilla Namingha) became productive potters and used the craft to...
Folk Art Bird Design, Folk Art Other Animal Design
Repeated twice on the vase is an image that appears to be a bird hunting a fish. The design is unusual for several reasons. First, it is uncluttered and without framing lines or design elements—other than the bird and fish. Second, it is narrative, which makes it...
Folk Art Bird Design, Folk Art Other Animal Design
The plate has an image of a bird (or perhaps a deer) with a red stippled head. The whimsy of the creature is endearing, perhaps inspiring Dr. Seuss. Although small and simply conceived, the bowl is well made, the creature self-satisfied and delightful, and the use of...
