Youngblood, Nathan – Carved Clay Spoon

8" long x 3.5"w

$ 1,825.00

.This is an unusual piece by Nathan Youngblood.  It is a clay spoon which is fully carved on one side and polished on the other.  The carved side has cloud and rain designs.  The “scoop” of the spoon is fully polished.  The handle is carved in bands on one side and indented on the other.  It is slipped with mica.  The entire piece is fired a deep black.  It is signed on the handle, “Nathan Youngblood” and his hallmark name in Tewa, which means “Deer Path”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.