Jean Sahme was a daughter of noted potter Priscilla Nampeyo and a descendant of Nampeyo of Hano. This bowl is round in shape. It has a classic “beetle” design that was often as seen in the pottery of Nampeyo of Hano.  There are four beetles as the larger part of the design, and each is painted extending over the shoulder of the jar. Note how each has the traditional Hopi hair whorls on each figure!   Above them is a triangular star pattern.  The piece is painted with bee-weed (black) and highlighted with polished red areas.  The jar was traditionally fired so there are blushes on the surface.  The piece is thin-walled and elegant in form and design.  It is signed with her fish hallmark and an ear of corn (Corn Clan).  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.

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