Hand-Crafted Navajo Horsehair Sphere Pottery

$79.00

Experience the elegance of the Hand-Crafted Navajo Horsehair Sphere Pottery by esteemed artist Marlena Sam. This authentic piece, made from white clay, features a distinctive spherical shape and a genuine Navajo horsehair finish. Hand-painted to capture the vibrant hues of a Southwest sunset, it showcases intricate Native American designs etched into the surface. With a small top opening reminiscent of a traditional seed pot, this unique vase blends cultural artistry with exquisite craftsmanship, making it a perfect addition to any collection.

Size: 5″W x 5″H

Artist: Marlena Sam, Navajo

1 in stock

Description

Navajo horsehair pottery is created by applying actual horsehair to the finished pottery piece. Immediately after the prepared ceramic clay pot has been fired, a thin layer of horsehair is evenly spread over the top of the pottery. Precise temperatures are required to allow the horsehair to properly burn onto the pottery, creating the unique marble effect. The horsehair pottery is then wiped with a matte glaze finish. Each of these Navajo horsehair pots are one of a kind.

The horse is highly regarded in many cultures, representing the essence of stamina, agility, beauty and strength. This Native American pottery is made with those values in mind. These pottery pieces are authentic, genuine works of fine Native American Navajo art and are light-sensitive and not food-safe.