Lawrence Namoki has been known for a variety of styles in his pottery. While he began with deep carved pottery today he is creating delicately painted vessels.  This piece is entitled, “Ngmoki” which is the Hopi spelling of his name, which means “medicine”.  The seedpot is designed as a healing or medicine bowl. There is an inset piece of turquoise on the top with bird, bear paw, feather and katsina designs painted on the sides. The seedpot is a narrow and tall shape, which makes it distinctive in form.  Note the very delicate and intricate painting on the two katsina figures, both of which are Masau.  These painted designs are striking on the black polished surface.