Cecilia Benally Wide Rim Navajo Horsehair Cutout Pot

Name: Cecilia Benally Wide Rim Navajo Horsehair Cutout Pot
SKU: NP-152
Price: 70 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$70.00

Discover the exquisite Cecilia Benally Wide Rim Navajo Horsehair Cutout Pot, a masterful example of authentic Native American artistry. Hand-crafted by renowned Navajo artist Cecilia Benally, this stunning pottery vase is made from pristine white clay. It features a distinctive Navajo horsehair finish, showcasing a unique blend of traditional techniques and vibrant Southwest colors. Each piece is meticulously hand-painted and etched with intricate Native American designs, including a captivating Southwest cutout pattern encircling the bottom of the vessel. This collectible pottery piece is ideal for collectors and art enthusiasts and combines cultural heritage with exceptional craftsmanship.

Size: 3.75″W x 3.25″H

Artist: Cecilia Benally, Navajo

Out of stock

SKU: NP-152 Categories: Native American Crafts, Navajo Horsehair Pottery Tags: Cecilia Benally, Cut Out Design, Native American Crafts, Navajo, Navajo Hosehair Pottery, White

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.