Name: Cecilia Benally Authentic Navajo Horsehair Etched Clay Pot
SKU: NP-122
Price: 47 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Cecilia Benally Authentic Navajo Horsehair Etched Clay Pot

$47.00

This stunning Cecilia Benally Authentic Navajo Horsehair Etched Clay Pot is the perfect addition to any collector‘s home. Crafted by hand from white clay and adorned with intricate hand-etched Native American symbols, it features a beautiful rainbow of iridescent colors brought to life by the fact that it is fired with real horsehair. The vessel measures 3.5 inches in diameter and 2.78 inches tall, making it the ideal size for a display piece. Add this unique piece of art to your home and be proud to show off true Native American craftsmanship.

Size: 3.5″W x 2.78″H

Artist: Cecilia Benally

Out of 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.