Description
Traditional handmade Native American Indian Pottery from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest.
The striking visual language of Kewa Pueblo (formerly Santo Domingo) is masterfully displayed in this contemporary polychrome jar by artist Helen Bird. Formed entirely by hand using traditional coiling methods, this vessel stands out immediately due to its uniquely sculpted, undulating scalloped rim. The expansive canvas is coated in a classic cream slip, providing a stark, beautiful contrast to the bold, sweeping curvilinear motifs painted in deep black and vibrant rust-red.
Bird utilizes natural pigments—often deriving her rich black from boiled Rocky Mountain bee-weed—to execute the dynamic, freehand swirl patterns that dominate the jar’s exterior. These fluid, organic lines are anchored by bold red circular accents and a traditional red-slipped base. Fired outdoors to achieve a durable, permanent finish, this jar beautifully marries the bold ancestral aesthetics of Kewa pottery with an inventive, modern silhouette, making it a stunning addition to any fine art collection.
