Charmae Natseway is known for her exceptionally painted pottery and use of distinctive forms. This piece is from 1980 and it is a round jar with a short neck.  The piece is painted with three Mimbres animals. There is a stylized scorpion on one side and a bird eating a fish on the other.  The neck of the jar has classic Acoma bid wing patterns.  Check out all the detailed painting in the checkerboard and fine-line areas!   The fine lines and precision of her imagery is always a perfect match of form and design.  The piece is signed on the bottom.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.

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Natseway, Charmae

Charmae Natseway

Charmae Natseway learned to make pottery from her mother, Ethel Shields. While she began making more traditional vessels, her work has evolved to more non-conventional shapes for her "seedpots" over the past decade. She is one of the few potters who can create unique forms and flat surfaces. Charmae has won numerous awards for pottery at Santa Fe Indian Market and other events. Her work is a striking blend of contemporary and traditional designs.

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