Name: Horsehair Pottery Vase by Navajo Artist Ariel Benally
SKU: NP-125
Price: 53 USD
Availability: InStock

Horsehair Pottery Vase by Navajo Artist Ariel Benally

$53.00

This beautiful Horsehair Pottery Vase by Navajo Artist Ariel Benally is a unique and stunning piece of pottery art. The piece is hand crafted from white clay and hand etched with traditional Native American and Navajo designs. It is adorned with colorful lustrous paint, making it truly one of a kind. This item is not for functional use and is meant to be ornamental only. Measuring 3.67 inches in diameter and 4 inches in height, this pottery vase would make a wonderful addition to any home or collection. Authentic Native American art, this pottery vase is a must have.

Size: 3.67″W x 4″H

Artist: Ariel Benally

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.