About The Artist
Bertha Kinale, born in 1935, is a renowned Hopi potter from the First Mesa village of Walpi, Arizona. A member of the Coyote Clan, she has played a key role in preserving and advancing traditional Hopi pottery techniques. Her work includes bowls, saucers, ladles, and more, all distinguished by meticulous craftsmanship and authentic Hopi designs. Bertha’s contributions to Hopi culture are celebrated, with her pottery featured in various exhibitions and auctions. In 2021, she was honored in the “Adopt an Elder Spotlight” by RestoringTouch, reflecting her enduring influence on both her community and the art world.
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