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Fannie Nampeyo (1900-1987) Hopi Polychrome Pottery

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Fannie Nampeyo (1900-1987) Hopi Polychrome Pottery
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This is an original authentic Hopi Native American Indian polychrome pottery bowl attributed to Fannie Nampeyo (1900-1987). Fannie Nampeyo, also known as Fannie Lesou Polacca and Fannie Nampeyo Polacca, was an American master potter who carried on the traditions of her famous mother Nampeyo of Hano. Fannie Nampeyo was married to Vinton Polacca and was mother to Elva Nampeyo. She learned her trade from her mother one of the most renowned Hopi potters. The bowl shows a cream background with a black/brown traditional geometric pattern. The piece comes from a large 19th Century to early 1900’s pottery collection which includes multiple pieces from the Nampeyo family including this piece. The piece is attributed to Fannie Nampeyo and is not signed. Overall the piece shows very good well-preserved condition. Overall the piece measures 6”H by 4.25”W diameter. Provenance: From a 90-year collection out of Central Arizona in the Coconino National Forest.