Description
Traditional handmade Native American Indian Pottery from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic.
A beautiful showcase of precision and cultural storytelling, this contemporary hand-coiled bowl by Marcella Yepa highlights the vibrant polychrome traditions of Jemez Pueblo. Crafted entirely by hand using ancient coiling methods and native clay gathered from the Jemez Valley, this wide, open-form vessel serves as a stunning canvas for Yepa’s meticulous interior brushwork. The bowl features a captivating array of five stylized turtles—a revered symbol of water, longevity, and Mother Earth in Puebloan culture.
Yepa’s exceptional skill is evident in the fine geometric detailing on each turtle’s shell, incorporating classic Pueblo motifs like lightning and feathers. Using hand-ground natural mineral and vegetal pigments, she applies striking matte tones of rust-red, sage-green, and deep black against a smooth, buff-colored slip. Fired traditionally, this piece is a wonderful representation of contemporary Jemez artistry, blending meaningful cultural symbolism with an elegant, display-ready form.
