Natseway, Charmae – Large Seedpot with Birds, Flowers, and Fine-Line Star (1988)

6"w x 1.5"h

$ 400.00

Charmae Natseway is known for her exceptional painted pottery and use of distinctive forms. This large seedpot is painted on the top with an intricate Acoma design.  There are two different Acoma-style birds.  They are each a different design and have detail in their tail feathers.  Separating them are tightly painted flowers.  Below the birds is a fine-line star medallion.  All the various colors are from natural clay slips.  The piece is signed on the bottom, “Charmae Natseway”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.  It is a striking balance of traditional and historic imagery on a very modern form.