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Hopi Polacca canteen

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
4 1/2” high x 4” diameter
ex: Private Collection

(P0531)
This Hopi canteen is fascinating to me. With a black on buff exterior and red clay interior and classic Polacca crazing, it is clearly eccentric. I wonder if the abstracted linear design is referring to clown images, which were commonly used at that time? In any event, this miniature canteen has a powerful visual effect.

The back side of the canteen has a large painted red circle.

We have a custom-made stand made for this canteen that is not shown in the image.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Arizona
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	native clay and slip
Condition:	New. excellent condition
Creation Date:	1880-1890s
Styles / Movements:	American Indian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Geometric, Handmade, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	P0531
Incollect Reference #:	503409

Dimensions

H.	4.5 in;	Diam.	4 in;
H.	11.43 cm;	Diam.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.