This bowl by Jacob Koopee is from 2000.  It is one of his classic shapes with the narrow base and wide shoulder.  The design is the classic eagle tail which extends down over the side of the jar.  The jar is vertically polished to create the “onion skin” appearance.  There is a red and white clay used for the designs on the tails.  The jar was traditionally fired to create the colorations.   The piece is signed on the bottom, “Koopee” and a flute player hallmark.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.  Jake won numerous awards during his career including “Best of Show” in 2005 at both Santa Fe Indian Market and the Heard Museum Market.  I was lucky to have been a pottery judge both years at both events, and it was exciting to see an artist create such dynamic work.