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Native American Blackware

Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Jar, Hand-Coiled Feather Motif
Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Jar, Hand-Coiled Feather Motif

Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Jar, Hand-Coiled Feather Motif

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

captivating display piece. A rare and highly collectible example of early 20th-century Native American

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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Juanita Montoya Pena Signed San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Bowl Vase
Juanita Montoya Pena Signed San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Bowl Vase

Juanita Montoya Pena Signed San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Bowl Vase

Located in Studio City, CA

collection of fine Native American and Southwest pottery and artifacts. A rare and special piece. Would

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Margaret Tafoya Santa Clara Native American Carved Blackware Pottery Vase
Margaret Tafoya Santa Clara Native American Carved Blackware Pottery Vase

Margaret Tafoya Santa Clara Native American Carved Blackware Pottery Vase

By Margaret Tafoya

Located in Chalk Hill, PA

Santa Clara Pueblo. Margaret Tafoya's work is revered by collectors of Native American art.

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

American Blackware Pottery Jar Vase Mata Ortiz Style
American Blackware Pottery Jar Vase Mata Ortiz Style

American Blackware Pottery Jar Vase Mata Ortiz Style

By Mata Ortiz

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Mata Ortiz style beautiful hand-turned geometric blackware vase, black on black. The round pottery

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Vases

Materials

Clay

Large Blackware Bowl by Santana and Adam Martinez 'San Ildefonso'
Large Blackware Bowl by Santana and Adam Martinez 'San Ildefonso'

Large Blackware Bowl by Santana and Adam Martinez 'San Ildefonso'

Located in Stamford, CT

A large polished blackware bowl by Santana and Adam Martinez. Signed on base.

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Vintage 1960s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Blackware Potter Vase by Jeff Roller, Santa Clara Pottery
Large Blackware Potter Vase by Jeff Roller, Santa Clara Pottery

Large Blackware Potter Vase by Jeff Roller, Santa Clara Pottery

By Jeff Roller

Located in Stamford, CT

A large saucer form vase with deep incising. Blackware pottery signed and dated on underside. By

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1990s American Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Large Blackware Charger by Maria and Santana Martinez, 'San Ildefonso'
Large Blackware Charger by Maria and Santana Martinez, 'San Ildefonso'

Large Blackware Charger by Maria and Santana Martinez, 'San Ildefonso'

By Santana Martinez, Maria Martinez

Located in Stamford, CT

A blackware charger decorated with a repeating feather motif. The charger is signed on the base

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Vintage 1950s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Adelphia Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Sculptural Blackware Vessel
Adelphia Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Sculptural Blackware Vessel

Adelphia Martinez San Ildefonso Pueblo Sculptural Blackware Vessel

By Maria Martinez

Located in San Diego, CA

A sculptural hand-coiled and stone-burnished blackware pottery vessel by Adelphia Martinez of San

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Late 20th Century American Native American Vases

Materials

Pottery

Circa 1980s-90s Howard Naranjo Blackware Pottery Low Vase or Bowl
Circa 1980s-90s Howard Naranjo Blackware Pottery Low Vase or Bowl

Circa 1980s-90s Howard Naranjo Blackware Pottery Low Vase or Bowl

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1980s-90s Howard Naranjo blackware pottery low vase or bowl. Member of the renowned Naranjo

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Late 20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Signed Santa Clara Pueblo Carved Blackware Vase, Juanita Pueblo, Mid 20th C.
Signed Santa Clara Pueblo Carved Blackware Vase, Juanita Pueblo, Mid 20th C.

Signed Santa Clara Pueblo Carved Blackware Vase, Juanita Pueblo, Mid 20th C.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, suitable for collectors of Native American pottery, modernist ceramics, or sculptural decorative arts

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20th Century American Native American Vases

Materials

Pottery

Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic art, black on black, handmade

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic art, black on black, handmade

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Maria and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Maria and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Maria and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Bowl
Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Bowl

Maria Poveka Martinez Black Ware Pottery Bowl

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic art, black on black, handmade

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Large Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Large Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Large Maria Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Santana and Adam Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Santana and Adam Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Santana and Adam Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Maria and Santana Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Maria and Santana Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Maria and Santana Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Marie and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar
Marie and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

Marie and Julian Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic

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Mid-20th Century American Pottery

Materials

Clay

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Fine Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase David Ortiz Interior Design
Fine Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase David Ortiz Interior Design

Fine Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase David Ortiz Interior Design

Located in London, GB

Fine Mata Ortiz Blackware pottery vase by the artist David Ortiz A superb black on black

Category

20th Century Mexican Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Small San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Dish
Small San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Dish

Small San Ildefonso Pueblo Blackware Pottery Dish

Located in Seguin, TX

Small blackware pottery shallow bowl by Juanita Wo-Peen Gonzales (1900-1988). Signed on the bottom

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Decorative Bowls

Materials

Pottery

San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Maria Martinez, circa 1930
San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Maria Martinez, circa 1930

San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Maria Martinez, circa 1930

By Maria Martinez

Located in Denver, CO

An earthenware blackware bowl created by the legendary artist, Maria Martinez at San Ildefonso

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Vintage 1930s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Earthenware

San Ildefonso Blackware Vase by Maria Martinez, circa 1935
San Ildefonso Blackware Vase by Maria Martinez, circa 1935

San Ildefonso Blackware Vase by Maria Martinez, circa 1935

By Maria Martinez

Located in Denver, CO

An earthenware blackware vase created by the legendary artist, Maria Martinez at San Ildefonso

Category

Vintage 1930s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Large Native American Vintage Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Bowl
Large Native American Vintage Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Bowl

Large Native American Vintage Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Bowl

By Native American Art

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Large Native American Vintage Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Bowl Santa Clara Pueblo traditional

Category

20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Blue Corn
San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Blue Corn

San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Blue Corn

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H 3.75 in W 7.75 in D 7.75 in

San Ildefonso Blackware Bowl by Blue Corn

By Blue Corn

Located in Denver, CO

A rare carved blackware bowl by the renowned San Ildefonso Pueblo potter, blue corn (Crucita

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20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Pottery Ananyu 'Snake' Vase/Jar
Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Pottery Ananyu 'Snake' Vase/Jar

Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Pottery Ananyu 'Snake' Vase/Jar

Located in Soquel, CA

(Native American, 1936 - 2018) and Tonita Naranjo (Native American, 1940-2007), circa 1990. Signed on

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1990s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Blackware Jar, circa 1930, Black on Black Pottery
Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Blackware Jar, circa 1930, Black on Black Pottery

Maria Martinez San Ildefonso Blackware Jar, circa 1930, Black on Black Pottery

By Maria Martinez

Located in Denver, CO

Martinez (1887-1980), is a striking piece of Native American art from circa 1930. Crafted using her

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Vintage 1930s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Maria Martinez Southewestern Blackware Pottery Jar, San Ildefonso Pueblo, 1964
Maria Martinez Southewestern Blackware Pottery Jar, San Ildefonso Pueblo, 1964

Maria Martinez Southewestern Blackware Pottery Jar, San Ildefonso Pueblo, 1964

By Maria Martinez

Located in Denver, CO

A bowl or seed jar with Maria's classic feather motif around the shoulder. Gunmetal finish. signed "Maria Popovi 664" on base. Expedited and International Shipping is available;...

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Vintage 1960s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Blackware Pottery Vessel Signed Agapita Tafoya
Blackware Pottery Vessel Signed Agapita Tafoya

Blackware Pottery Vessel Signed Agapita Tafoya

Located in San Antonio, TX

A blackware pottery vessel. Hand turned in the 20th century. The quality of this pot is

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20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Large Blackware Jar, circa 1966 by Margaret Tafoya
Large Blackware Jar, circa 1966 by Margaret Tafoya

Large Blackware Jar, circa 1966 by Margaret Tafoya

By Margaret Tafoya

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A traditionally made and fired large pot by master Santa Clara Pueblo potter Margaret Tafoya (1905-2001). Carved with traditional designs, and hand-polished with stones to a glossy b...

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Santa Clara Indian Blackware Pot
Santa Clara Indian Blackware Pot

Santa Clara Indian Blackware Pot

Located in Montecito, CA

Beautiful Santa Clara blackware pot. Stunning design and patina. Circa 1895.

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Antique 19th Century Native American Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Storage Jar, 1890s
Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Storage Jar, 1890s

Santa Clara Pueblo Blackware Storage Jar, 1890s

By Santa Clara

Located in Sylacauga, AL

Santa Clara Pueblo blackware storage jar with a graceful, wide body and flaring rim, New Mexico

Category

Antique 1890s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Native American Rose Gonzales Signed Blackware Pottery
Native American Rose Gonzales Signed Blackware Pottery

Native American Rose Gonzales Signed Blackware Pottery

By Rose Cata Gonzales

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Native American Potter Rose Cata Gonzales (1900-1989) incised, black on black ceramic pot. Rose was

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20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Melissa Concho Antonio Acoma N.M.Pueblo Hand-made Pot
Melissa Concho Antonio Acoma N.M.Pueblo Hand-made Pot

Melissa Concho Antonio Acoma N.M.Pueblo Hand-made Pot

By Melissa Concho

Located in Miami, FL

Melissa Concho Antonio Acoma N.M.Pueblo Hand-made Pot Offered for sale is a vintage finely crafted hand-made clay Acoma Pueblo clay pot which is decorated with extremely intricate p...

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2010s American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay, Paint

Signed Priscilla Namingha Nampeyo Hopi-Tewa Polychrome Ceramic Jar, c. Late 20th
Signed Priscilla Namingha Nampeyo Hopi-Tewa Polychrome Ceramic Jar, c. Late 20th

Signed Priscilla Namingha Nampeyo Hopi-Tewa Polychrome Ceramic Jar, c. Late 20th

Located in Denver, CO

This exquisite Pueblo ceramic jar (olla) by renowned Hopi-Tewa potter Priscilla Namingha Nampeyo is a masterful example of traditional Southwestern pottery. Handcrafted and signed by...

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20th Century American Native American Tribal Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Mata Ortiz Polychrome Pottery Vessel by Pilo Mora, 1990
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Pottery Vessel by Pilo Mora, 1990

Mata Ortiz Polychrome Pottery Vessel by Pilo Mora, 1990

By Pilo Mora

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mata Ortiz polychrome pottery vessel Pilo Mora, Master Potter (1961 - ) 1990 Hand coiled low fire clay Pueblo Quezada, Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico Measures: 7 inches Height. x...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Other Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Jose Roybal San Ildefonso Pueblo Watercolor Painting, Pueblo Harvest Dance
Jose Roybal San Ildefonso Pueblo Watercolor Painting, Pueblo Harvest Dance

Jose Roybal San Ildefonso Pueblo Watercolor Painting, Pueblo Harvest Dance

$2,600Sale Price|60% Off

H 17.5 in W 22.25 in D 1.5 in

Jose Roybal San Ildefonso Pueblo Watercolor Painting, Pueblo Harvest Dance

By Jose Roybal

Located in Denver, CO

This original watercolor painting by San Ildefonso Pueblo artist Jose Roybal (1922–1978) beautifully captures the ceremonial Pueblo Harvest Dance, a celebration of community, traditi...

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Vintage 1970s American Native American Paintings

Materials

Paper

Early 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pottery Olla
Early 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pottery Olla

Early 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pottery Olla

$6,240Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

Early 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pottery Olla

By Navajo

Located in Bradenton, FL

A very fine Acoma Pueblo, early 20th century polychrome Olla. Painted dark brown and orange design on a white ground, with large areas fired gray. Shrinkage crack extends from rim to...

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Early 20th Century Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Clay

Large "Paquime Pottery" Jar / Olla with Fish Motif by Martin Cota for Mata Ortiz
Large "Paquime Pottery" Jar / Olla with Fish Motif by Martin Cota for Mata Ortiz

Large "Paquime Pottery" Jar / Olla with Fish Motif by Martin Cota for Mata Ortiz

By Mata Ortiz

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful large hand turned "Paquime Pottery" jar / olla with fish motif by master potter Martin Cota Guillen for Mata Ortiz, circa 1990s. The piece has exquisite detail and a unique...

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Native American Vases

Materials

Pottery

Handmade Pottery Vase with Native American Design, Signed
Handmade Pottery Vase with Native American Design, Signed

Handmade Pottery Vase with Native American Design, Signed

Located in Austin, TX

By Emetero Ortiz R. H x D: 7 x 9 inches Singed on bottom Ceramic decorative from the tradition of Mata Ortiz pottery Handmade and polished by Casa Grandes Pueblo ceramicist Emeterio ...

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20th Century Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mata Ortiz Geometric Pottery Vase by Luz Elva Gutierrez
Mata Ortiz Geometric Pottery Vase by Luz Elva Gutierrez

Mata Ortiz Geometric Pottery Vase by Luz Elva Gutierrez

$360Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.75 in Dm 5.25 in

Mata Ortiz Geometric Pottery Vase by Luz Elva Gutierrez

By Mata Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful hand-turned polychrome Mata Ortiz geometric vase by Luz Elva Gutierrez, circa 1990s. The vase has a beautiful geometric pattern and measures 5.25"D x 3.75"H. #2388 Mata ...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Vases

Materials

Pottery

Large Signed Native American Hopi Original Mudhead Kachina Katsina Doll on Stand
Large Signed Native American Hopi Original Mudhead Kachina Katsina Doll on Stand

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 pos...

Category

20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Antique Tesuque Pueblo Dough Bowl c.1875–1900 Native American Pottery
Antique Tesuque Pueblo Dough Bowl c.1875–1900 Native American Pottery

Antique Tesuque Pueblo Dough Bowl c.1875–1900 Native American Pottery

Located in Denver, CO

This exceptional antique dough bowl from the Tesuque Pueblo, dating to circa 1875–1900, is a rare and highly collectible example of 19th-century Native American pottery from the Amer...

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Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Historic Laguna Pueblo Large Native American Olla, 1880's
Historic Laguna Pueblo Large Native American Olla, 1880's

Historic Laguna Pueblo Large Native American Olla, 1880's

By Native American Art

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Large Laguna Pueblo Indian Polychrome Olla, circa 1880's. Measures 12 5/8"h x 13"w. Featuring Geometric Designs on the Shoulder and Floral Designs with Fine Line Cross Hatching on...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Clay

Memphis Stilplast Halogen Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s
Memphis Stilplast Halogen Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s

Memphis Stilplast Halogen Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s

Located in Čelinac, BA

Stilplast Mwmphis Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Hopi HeHeya Clown Kachina Doll with Watermelon, circa 1900–1925
Antique Hopi HeHeya Clown Kachina Doll with Watermelon, circa 1900–1925

Antique Hopi HeHeya Clown Kachina Doll with Watermelon, circa 1900–1925

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

This rare antique Hopi HeHeya Clown Kachina doll, carved in the first quarter of the 20th century, is an exceptional example of traditional Hopi spiritual art. Hand-carved from wood ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood

Native American Pueblo Pictorial Drum
Native American Pueblo Pictorial Drum

Native American Pueblo Pictorial Drum

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Native American Pueblo Indian pictorial drum of cottonwood log with rawhide. One side having horse and rider hunting buffalo with teepees in the background. The reverse with a Native...

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Wood

Mata Ortiz Geometric Blackware Vase by David Ortiz
Mata Ortiz Geometric Blackware Vase by David Ortiz

Mata Ortiz Geometric Blackware Vase by David Ortiz

$360Sale Price|20% Off

H 6 in Dm 7 in

Mata Ortiz Geometric Blackware Vase by David Ortiz

By Mata Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful hand-turned geometric blackware vase by David Ortiz, circa 1990s. The exquisite piece made of naturally black clay has a unique geometric design. This vase is in very good ...

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Vases

Materials

Pottery

Juan Tafoya Pueblo Native American Bear Pottery Sculpture
Juan Tafoya Pueblo Native American Bear Pottery Sculpture

Juan Tafoya Pueblo Native American Bear Pottery Sculpture

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Black pottery bear with a brown band inset with turquoise and coral stones, 1989. Signed "Juan Tafoya." Juan Tafoya (1949-2006) was a well-known San Ildefonso Pueblo potter. Coral wa...

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20th Century American Native American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Coral

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Native American Blackware For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic native American blackware available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and clay, every native American blackware was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the native American blackware you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A well-made native American blackware has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Maria Martinez, Jeff Roller and Santana Martinez are consistently popular.

How Much is a Native American Blackware?

The average selling price for a native American blackware at 1stDibs is $1,925, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $9,000 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Native-american Furniture

Native American broadly describes any Indigenous people in North America and encompasses hundreds of tribes and groups, all with distinct cultures. Native American–style furniture and decor likewise varies widely, from pieces created by Indigenous people to those appropriated by non-native designers.

Indigenous furniture’s rich heritage includes the bentwood boxes of the Northwest Coast carved from cedar for storing household or ceremonial objects. Generations of Native American people have made baskets for holding household items, with those in the Northeast using sweetgrass and those in the Southeast using pine needles and wicker. Artisans in the Plateau region wove watertight pieces like cradles from plant materials. Although these objects were intricately made, they were usually utilitarian rather than decorative.

The colonization of North America and the removal of Indigenous people from their lands led to the suppression of these practices. Many styles that used Native American motifs — such as Southwestern style, which was heavily influenced by the geometric patterns of Navajo textiles — have historically not involved Indigenous creators and, instead, have taken their traditions without their tribal context.

When decorating a home with Native American–style furniture, it is important to do so respectfully, by understanding the origins of motifs and objects and examining who profits from their sale. There are now Indigenous-led companies, such as Cherokee designer Cray Bauxmont-Flynn’s Amatoya and Totem House Design, promoting Indigenous work in furniture and home decor. Supporting Indigenous artists and artisans is essential to confronting the still pervasive issue of cultural appropriation in design.

Find a collection of Native American living room furniture, folk art, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and other items on 1stDibs.

Questions About Native American Blackware
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify Native American beadwork, first consider the materials. Indigenous American artisans often produce beads out of glass and natural materials, such as shells, bone and wood, and use metal and plastic in their pieces less frequently. Older pieces will usually be held together by sinew, while newer examples will typically feature thread. Regardless of age, Native American beadwork will typically be expertly crafted, so pieces usually have tight, even stitching with no visible gaps. Familiarizing yourself with stitching techniques used by various tribes can also be helpful. You can find images of authentic beadwork on trusted online resources to refer to as you complete the identification process. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of textiles and garments that feature Native American beadwork.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some Native American jewelry is worth something. As with other types of jewelry, many pieces are made of fine materials, such as sterling silver, turquoise, jasper and lapis lazuli. Jewelry produced by Native American artists may also have value based on its age, style, type and other factors. Find a large selection of Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.