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Yoly Ledezma Signed Native American Pueblo Mata Ortiz Casas Grandes Pottery Vase
Yoly Ledezma Signed Native American Pueblo Mata Ortiz Casas Grandes Pottery Vase

Yoly Ledezma Signed Native American Pueblo Mata Ortiz Casas Grandes Pottery Vase

By Mata Ortiz

Located in Studio City, CA

extensive Los Angeles collection of Native American and Southwestern pottery/ceramics. Would be a great

Category

20th Century Mexican Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Elva Nampeyo Signed Native American Indian Hopi Tewa Pueblo Pottery Bowl Vase
Elva Nampeyo Signed Native American Indian Hopi Tewa Pueblo Pottery Bowl Vase

Elva Nampeyo Signed Native American Indian Hopi Tewa Pueblo Pottery Bowl Vase

Located in Studio City, CA

. Would be a great addition to any Nampeyo or Native American Hopi pottery/ceramics collection or make for

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Late 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pot
Late 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pot

Late 20th Century Acoma Pueblo Pot

Located in Chicago, IL

distinguished styles in Native American ceramics. Known for its fine-line designs, bold contrasts, and intricate

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Native American Acoma Pottery Seed Pot - New Mexico
Native American Acoma Pottery Seed Pot - New Mexico

Native American Acoma Pottery Seed Pot - New Mexico

By Acoma

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This unique polychrome Native American seed pot is round in form and decorated in an array of

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

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

Ceramic Native American Nemadji Swirl Vase in Red 20th Century
Ceramic Native American Nemadji Swirl Vase in Red 20th Century

Ceramic Native American Nemadji Swirl Vase in Red 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A beautiful Native American ceramic nemadji vase. Marbled in unglazed red and cream, this will be a

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Native American Tray
Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Native American Tray

Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Native American Tray

By The Couroc Company, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

, Coastal, Modern, Boho, Organic Modern, Minimalist, Scandinavian, Brutalist, Ceramics

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Shell, Resin

Antique Ceramic Egg Shape Native American Hand Decorated Seed Pots, Set of 2
Antique Ceramic Egg Shape Native American Hand Decorated Seed Pots, Set of 2

Antique Ceramic Egg Shape Native American Hand Decorated Seed Pots, Set of 2

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pair of ceramic egg shape Native American seed pots. Each pot is ovular and egg-like in shape and

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

English Transferware Large Turkey Platter, Native American by Johnson Brothers
English Transferware Large Turkey Platter, Native American by Johnson Brothers

English Transferware Large Turkey Platter, Native American by Johnson Brothers

By Johnson Brothers

Located in Austin, TX

A large vintage serving platter featuring the Wild Turkey, Native American brown and white transfer

Category

20th Century English Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Joseph Heinrichs Native American Style Copper, Abalone & Shell Inlaid Salver
Joseph Heinrichs Native American Style Copper, Abalone & Shell Inlaid Salver

Joseph Heinrichs Native American Style Copper, Abalone & Shell Inlaid Salver

By Joseph Heinrichs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Joseph Heinrich's Native American-style copper, abalone, and shell-inlaid salver of circular form

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Platters and Serveware

Materials

Copper

Silver bell in South American style with native woman carrying child
Silver bell in South American style with native woman carrying child

Silver bell in South American style with native woman carrying child

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell in South American style with a native woman carrying a child. Metal

Category

20th Century European Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

19th-C. French Majolica Pottery Platter / Tray - Florida Palms Native Americans
19th-C. French Majolica Pottery Platter / Tray - Florida Palms Native Americans

19th-C. French Majolica Pottery Platter / Tray - Florida Palms Native Americans

Located in Kennesaw, GA

depicts seated Native Americans with palm trees in the landscape. The scenery implies that it is probably

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pottery

Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Native American Water Buffalo Tray
Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Native American Water Buffalo Tray

Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Native American Water Buffalo Tray

By Meriden Silver Plate Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Tray with Native American and Water Buffalo Central Design

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

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 Maria and Santana, circa 1943-1954.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Acoma Pueblo Pot by Virginia Victorino
Acoma Pueblo Pot by Virginia Victorino

Acoma Pueblo Pot by Virginia Victorino

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 21st-century Acoma Pueblo pottery bowl, crafted by renowned master potter Virginia Victorino, exemplifies the precision and beauty of traditional Acoma design. The hand-pa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Two Polychrome Southwestern Indian Acoma Vessels in Brown, Black Orange, a Pair
Two Polychrome Southwestern Indian Acoma Vessels in Brown, Black Orange, a Pair

Two Polychrome Southwestern Indian Acoma Vessels in Brown, Black Orange, a Pair

By Acoma

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Acoma clay, and pit fired in the traditional fashion. The Acoma Pueblo is a Native American pueblo

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Ceramic Nemadji Vase in Turquoise Brown and Orange, 20th Century
Ceramic Nemadji Vase in Turquoise Brown and Orange, 20th Century

Ceramic Nemadji Vase in Turquoise Brown and Orange, 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A beautiful ceramic nemadji vase. Marbled in unglazed turquoise, brown, and orange, this will be a beautiful piece to add to a current collection. Dimensions: 7" Tall 4.5" Diam...

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ken Jensen Pottery Raku Vase Signed
Ken Jensen Pottery Raku Vase Signed

Ken Jensen Pottery Raku Vase Signed

Located in Lake Worth, FL

estate fine art acquisitions of a Ken Jensen Pottery 1980 Native American style Raku vase vessel signed

Category

Vintage 1980s Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

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

find pieces of American origin, from Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Large Southwest Style Ceramic Pottery Floor Vase or Centerpiece
Large Southwest Style Ceramic Pottery Floor Vase or Centerpiece

Large Southwest Style Ceramic Pottery Floor Vase or Centerpiece

Located in Miami, FL

A Native American Southwest style ceramic vase vessel. Very nice vintage decorative item, quality

Category

20th Century American Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

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...

Category

2010s American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay, Paint

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 Jeff Roller, 06, 92.

Category

1990s American Native American Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Traditional Hand Crafted Painted Flower Vase , Mud & Ink, Taller Maya, 2024
Traditional Hand Crafted Painted Flower Vase , Mud & Ink, Taller Maya, 2024

Traditional Hand Crafted Painted Flower Vase , Mud & Ink, Taller Maya, 2024

Located in New York, NY

Produced by Taller Maya in collaboration with artisans of the Yucatán Peninsula, this hand-crafted vase reflects a disciplined approach to surface and form rooted in regional ceramic...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay, Paint

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

Pueblo, New Mexico, are internationally renowned 20th-century American potters. Inspired by the findings

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

Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico, are internationally renowned 20th-century American potters. Inspired by the

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

". San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico, are internationally renowned 20th-century American potters. Inspired

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

Category

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

Hand-Crafted Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024
Hand-Crafted Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024

Hand-Crafted Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

regional woodworking traditions. Formed from sustainably sourced Tzalam—a dense hardwood native to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Serving Pieces

Materials

Hardwood

Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 783
Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 783

Large Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 783

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

sustainably sourced Tzalam wood, a hardwood native to the Yucatán Peninsula. Known for its rich, warm hues and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Platters and Serve...

Materials

Hardwood

Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 784
Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 784

Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024 - Lot 784

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

wood, a hardwood native to the Yucatán Peninsula. Known for its rich, warm hues and striking grain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Platters and Serve...

Materials

Hardwood

Traditional Molcajete Hand Carved in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016
Traditional Molcajete Hand Carved in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016

Traditional Molcajete Hand Carved in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Taller Maya in 2016 and produced in collaboration with Mayan artisans of the Yucatán Peninsula, this molcajete distills centuries of culinary tradition into a form of dis...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Serving Pieces

Materials

Stone

Hand-Crafted Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024
Hand-Crafted Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024

Hand-Crafted Small Cheese Board in Tzalam wood, Taller Maya, Mexico, 2024

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

movement within an otherwise restrained geometry. Crafted from Tzalam, a dense hardwood native to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Serving Pieces

Materials

Hardwood

1940s Artist Hand-Painted Bar Glasses with Cowboy, Lasso & Cactus Theme - Rita
1940s Artist Hand-Painted Bar Glasses with Cowboy, Lasso & Cactus Theme - Rita

1940s Artist Hand-Painted Bar Glasses with Cowboy, Lasso & Cactus Theme - Rita

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic set of 10, 1940s pilsner beer, cocktail or soft drink bar glasses, hand-painted & signed by the artist Rita with western theme of a Cowboy in chaps with lasso, yellow cowboy ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Native American Barware

Materials

Glass

Molcajete in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016 - Lot 780
Molcajete in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016 - Lot 780

Molcajete in Volcanic Stone, Taller Maya, 2016 - Lot 780

By Taller Maya

Located in New York, NY

This image shows a beautifully hand-carved molcajete, a traditional Mexican mortar and pestle, designed in 2016 by Taller Maya, a collective that works with Mayan artisans in the Yuc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Serving Bowls

Materials

Stone

Wayne Bates Postmodern Decorative Ceramic Charger
Wayne Bates Postmodern Decorative Ceramic Charger

Wayne Bates Postmodern Decorative Ceramic Charger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. After spending decades teaching at various arts institutions, Bates became inspired by Native American

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Casa Santa Fe: Design, Style, Arts, and Tradition
Casa Santa Fe: Design, Style, Arts, and Tradition

Casa Santa Fe: Design, Style, Arts, and Tradition

Located in New York, NY

, kivas, and hornos; ceramics; Native American arts; cabinets and trasteros; folk art; and weaving

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Books

Materials

Paper

19th Century Native American Acoma Pot
19th Century Native American Acoma Pot

19th Century Native American Acoma Pot

By Native American Art

Located in Andover, MA

The Acoma pot having a repeating design of abstract foliate, feather and other devices in three colors. The flaring shoulder of the pot lends itself to this nicely proportioned south...

Category

Antique 1890s American Native American Pottery

Materials

Clay

Native American large Ceramic Sculpture
Native American large Ceramic Sculpture

Native American large Ceramic Sculpture

By Ricardo Lynn

Located in Grantham, GB

Beautiful Native American ceramic sculpture with elaborate details. A superb home decor item.

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Classical Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Guns Ammo Land

Guns Ammo Land

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

traditional Native American ceramics, blankets, tattoo designs and more. Fragua authentically repurposes his

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

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Jaque FraguaSold Out, 2016

Unavailable|$16,950

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By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

features visions drawn from traditional Native American ceramics, blankets, tattoo designs and more. Fragua

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Ceci N'est Pas Une Pipe
Ceci N'est Pas Une Pipe

Ceci N'est Pas Une Pipe

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

features visions drawn from traditional Native American ceramics, blankets, tattoo designs and more. Fragua

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Drive Through Liquor
Drive Through Liquor

Drive Through Liquor

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

features visions drawn from traditional Native American ceramics, blankets, tattoo designs and more. Fragua

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Mid 20th Century Native Ceramic Bowl Set
Mid 20th Century Native Ceramic Bowl Set

Mid 20th Century Native Ceramic Bowl Set

Located in Miami, FL

Mid 20th century Native Ceramic bowl set in a beautiful brutalist color and design. Set of 4 with

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Set of Native American Navajo Silver Servers
Early 20th Century Set of Native American Navajo Silver Servers

Early 20th Century Set of Native American Navajo Silver Servers

Located in Concord, MA

Set of Native American Navajo silver servers, early 20th century. Length: 9.5 inches.

Category

20th Century American Native American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

20th Century Oaxacan Ceramic Pitcher
20th Century Oaxacan Ceramic Pitcher

20th Century Oaxacan Ceramic Pitcher

Located in Miami, FL

20th Century Oaxacan ceramic pitcher expertly hand crafted with a curved organic body in Mexico. Amazing piece with character in an earthy color tone. Perfect for use or display. Stu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Opera Singer by Virgil Ortiz
Opera Singer by Virgil Ortiz

Opera Singer by Virgil Ortiz

Unavailable|$10,200

Opera Singer by Virgil Ortiz

By Virgil Ortiz

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Internationally acclaimed Cochiti Pueblo artist Virgil Ortiz comes from a long line of Native

Category

2010s Native American Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Emeterio Ortiz R Glazed Ceramic Vessel
Emeterio Ortiz R Glazed Ceramic Vessel

Emeterio Ortiz R Glazed Ceramic Vessel

By Emeterio Ortiz 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic, ceramic decorative from the tradition of Mata Ortiz pottery with an artsy grid design, handmade and polished with sand by Casa Grandes Pueblo ceramicist Emeterio Ortiz R, ...

Category

20th Century American Native American Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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Native American Ceramics For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of native American ceramics available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and earthenware, all native American ceramics available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of native American ceramics available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Native American ceramics bearing Folk Art or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Native American ceramics have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Maria Martinez, Native American Art and Acoma are consistently popular.

How Much are Native American Ceramics?

Native American ceramics can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,250, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $13,995.
Questions About Native American Ceramics
  • 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
    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 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
    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 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
    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
    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 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
    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.