During the firing of the pot, it is taken out of the kiln and individual strands of horsehair are laid against the hot surface of the pot. If the temperature on the surface of the piece is just right, the hair will attach to the pot, shrivel up and begin to burn, leaving a permanent trace of the horsehair.
Fine lines are
created with hair from the mane. The thick lines are from the tail hair.
After the firing process is completed our Navajo artists etch intricate designs
into the surface of their horsehair pottery pieces. The colors and designs they
use are representative of Mother Earth and Father Sky.
Because horsehair pottery must be porous in order to achieve the desired effect, it is not to be used as a water vessel for fresh flowers. Its use is solely as a piece of art to enhance the decor of your favorite room and to make a statement about your appreciation of Native American art.
Each piece of horsehair pottery is signed by the artist and comes with a card identifying who the artist is and the tribe they are from. Men, women and teens are all involved in creating this beautiful pottery.
Because of the beautiful earthy colors and designs, this pottery is admired by both men and women alike and would make a wonderful gift.
 HH-POT-101 By Dee Nelson, Tangle Clan of the Navajo Tribe. Dee and all of her sisters are accomplished pottery etchers. She enjoys carving traditional designs. Photo of artist included. $32.50 Plus shipping (est. $6.95-$9.95) |
 HH-POT-102 By Yolanda Willie, Towering House People Clan of the Navajo Tribe. Yolanda was taught how to etch pottery by her mom. She began her craft in 2003. Photo of artist included. $32.50 Plus shipping (est. $6.95-$9.95) |
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 HH-POT-103 By Dina Willie, Kiayaani Clan of the Navajo Tribe. She learned to carve from her brother Dennis Charlie. Photo of artist included. $27.00 Plus shipping (est. $6.95-$9.95) |
 HH-POT-104 By Dee Nelson, Tangle Clan of the Navajo Tribe. Dee and all of her sisters are accomplished pottery etchers. She enjoys carving traditional designs. Photo of artist included. SOLD
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 HH-POT-107 By Mabelene Grey, Near the Mountain Coal for the Edge Water Clan. She learned the art of etching pottery from her uncle. Photo of artist included. $43.50 Plus shipping (est. $6.95-$9.95) |
 HH-POT-108 By Yolanda Willie, Towering House People Clan of the Navajo Tribe. Yolanda was taught how to etch pottery by her mom. She began her craft in 2003. Photo of artist included. $38.00 Plus shipping (est. $6.95-$9.95) |
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 HH-POT-109 By Marlene Grey, Navajo. No photo available of this artist. $27.00 Plus shipping (est.$6.95-$9.95) |
 HH-POT-110 Bly Marlene Johnson, Mountain Tower People Clan of the Navajo Tribe. She has been carving pots since 1992. She was taught to carve by her brother. SOLD |
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