Sahmie Nampeyo, Rachel – Triple Lobe Jar

3.5"w x 6.5"h

$ 600.00

Rachel Sahmie is a daughter of noted potter Priscilla Nampeyo and a descendant of Nampeyo of Hano.  She is a sister of noted potters Jean Sahmie and Bonnie Sahmie.  This is a fascinating piece, as there are three “lobes” to the piece, which technically is difficult to create.  It is almost as if there are three pots place one on another!  The bottom section has an eagle tail design.  The center section has a bird wing pattern and the top has stars.  The jar is painted with bee-weed (black) and slipped with a polished red clay to accent the designs.  It has been traditionally fired which creates the blush on the surface.  The jar is signed on the bottom with her name (hallmark) “RS”.