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.  The central medallion is a star pattern, painted with fine-lines.  Surrounding the medallion are three large birds.  Each bird is different and painted with a deep red clay slip and highlighted with additional clays.  The birds are accompanied by plant designs.  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.

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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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