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Yellow ware seed pot with almost flattop, geometric polychrome designs, signed “Fannie Nampeyo.” 1940s (?) The overall effect of the pot is striking. While the painting on the pot incorporates eagle feather, tail and “small brick” designs used by her mother and sister...
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A small simple yellow ware pot with feather design by Elva Nampeyo. There is a chip on the rim. Elva (1926-1985) was born in the Corn Clan House belonging to Nampeyo. Early in her life she watched her grandmother make pots; under the tutelage of her mother she began...
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I purchased this small jar from Four Winds Gallery in Pittsburgh (PA) because I thought the design was especially well-done and pleasing. When asked about provenance, the gallery manager Beth Wagttll said only that “I unfortunately do not know any history on...
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Small jar with a “migration wing” design by Fannie Nampeyo, ca 1965-1968. This is not a great pot, but is a clear example of Fannie’s...
