Description
Early Southwest Pueblo Pottery Bowl Pit Fired
This nice evenly coil potted red clay bowl is made in the Southwest possibly Hopi Pueblo. It is made from a deep red clay with geometric patterns. It looks like some Zig Zag lightning bolts outside a square. It was pit-fired in an open pit showing some charred shadows. It has a rounded bottom. Unfortunately, it has a 3 ½ inch crack. The bowl measures 5 inches across and stands 2 inches tall. Circa 1920 – 40.
- Origin: Likely crafted by the Hopi Pueblo or another Southwestern Pueblo group
- Material: Deep red clay, hand-coiled construction
- Firing Method: Pit-fired in an open fire, resulting in natural charred shadow markings
- Design:
- Geometric patterns, including zigzag lightning bolt motifs
- Central square design element
- Shape:
- Rounded bottom
- Shallow bowl form
- Dimensions:
- Diameter: 5 inches
- Height: 2 inches
- Condition:
- Visible 3½ inch crack
- Otherwise, intact with traditional wear consistent with age
- Cultural Significance:
- Reflects traditional Pueblo pottery techniques and symbolic design motifs
- Likely used for utilitarian purposes
