Vintage Hopi Pueblo Black on White Pottery Jar, Signed Patricia Honie c. 1960s For Sale

VintageHopi Pueblo 1st Mesa, Black on White Pottery Jar / Bottle, Signed PatriciaHonie, Circa 1960's

This hand-coiled Hopi jar or bottle has unusual form and delicately painteddecoration. It is signed on the base, Patricia Honie.Patricia (1919-2001) and her older sister Juanita Healing (1916-2006) were both noted Hopi potters from SichomoviVillage on 1st Mesa.Theylearned pottery-making from their paternal grandmother, passing this enduring legacy and craftsmanship through the generations. This is probably an early example of her work.Despitesome wear to its decoration, this piece retains a captivating charm.

Dimensions: 4" tall, 3-1/2" maximum diameter, 1-5/8" diameterat top, 2" base diameter

Condition: Good. No cracks, chips or repairs. There is some wear to a portion ofthe black decoration, commensurate with age and use (see photos).