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What is Northwest Coast native art?
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Northwest Coast native art describes works of art produced by indigenous people who live along the Northwest Coast of the U.S. and Canada. Some tribes who inhabit the region include the Haida, Heiltsuk, Kwakwaka'wakw, Nuu-chah-nulth, Nuxalk, Tlingit and Tsimshian. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Northwest Coast native art.
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Nemadji Ceramic Indian Art Pottery Red Vase Moose Lake, Minnesota
By Native American Art
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Nemadji Indian Art Pottery Ceramic Red Vase
3.5 h x 5 diameter
Original vintage, refer to images listed.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Maria Martinez Blackware Pottery Jar, San Ildefonso Pueblo, Feather Design
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
This exquisite blackware jar is an iconic work by famed San Ildefonso Pueblo artist Maria Martinez (1887–1980), one of the most celebrated Native American potters of the 20th century. Known for pioneering the black-on-black pottery technique, Martinez developed a unique style that combines a sleek, polished slip glaze with matte black designs—creating a dramatic contrast of light, shadow, and texture.
Featuring a classic feather motif, this hand-coiled jar beautifully reflects Pueblo symbolism and Martinez’s refined artistic vision. Measuring 4.5 inches high by 6.75 inches in diameter, with a 4-inch mouth opening, its elegant proportions and luminous surface make it a standout display piece.
A rare and highly collectible example of San Ildefonso Pueblo pottery...
Category
Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Signed Native American Hopi Original Mudhead Kachina Katsina Doll on Stand
By Native American Art
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully handcrafted/detailed and decorated Native American Hopi Mudhead Kachina doll. Quite an unusually large work. A striking piece overall. Hand painted with leather and possibly turquoise (necklace) accompaniment.
Hopi katsina figures, also known as kachina dolls, are figures carved, typically from cottonwood root by the Hopi people. Initially, kachina dolls were made to instruct young girls and new brides about katsinas or katsinam, the immortal beings that bring rain, control other aspects of the natural world and society, and act as messengers between humans and the spirit world. The Mudhead or Koyemsi figure is viewed as a clown/joker figure who is responsible for laughter and entertainment at Hopi dances and ceremonial events. He plays drums and games to keep his audience engaged.
The piece is signed by the artist under the base.
From an extensive collection of Native American objects and artifacts. Would be a great addition to any Native American Art...
Category
20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood, Paint
Circa 1880 Antique Cheyenne Plains Native American Beaded Leggings, 19th Century
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning pair of antique 19th-century Cheyenne Plains Tobacco Society beaded leggings, dating back to the 1880s, showcases the artistry and cultur...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Hide, Beads
Collection of Four Hand Woven Native American Baskets Papago & Hopi
By Native American Art
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Collection of 4 handmade Native American Baskets. Three are by a Tohono O'odham (Papago) artist, and the tray on the left standing up is Hopi. The Hopi piece is 9 1/4" wide, the vide...
Category
20th Century American Mission Decorative Baskets
Materials
Natural Fiber
Native American Cree Beaded Gauntlets
By Native American Art
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Large pair of Native American beaded Cree gauntlets. Featuring five multicolored flowers and zigzag pattern banding done in colors of red, yellow, black, blue, green, and white. 18" ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Leather, Beads
