Native American Turquoise Kokopelli Horse Hair Pottery Hand Crafted By Artist Tom Vail Jr. RX117889

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Regular Price: $89.98

Special Price $44.99

Pot measures approximately 7-1/4" tall, 1-5/8" wide, and is 4-1/4" long (front to back).

This beautiful style of Navajo art is called horse hair pottery because actual horse hair is added to the pottery at just the right moment in the firing process to melt the hairs into the pottery, creating unique and incredible designs. This Kokopelli pottery was hand etched with gorgeous traditonal patterns by Navajo artist Tom Vail Jr. The pottery is signed by the artist.

The Kokopelli is a common fertility symbol throughout the Southwest. In Native American beliefs, the Kokopelli visits various communities, seducing and impregnating the young women drawn to the tones of his flute playing. 

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.

Additional Info

Additional Info
SKURX117889
Material DetailsOther
Measurements and InfoPot measures approximately 7-1/4" tall, 1-5/8" wide, and is 4-1/4" long (front to back).
StampedBy Artist
CategoriesPottery
ArtistTom Vail Jr.
TribeNavajo
Setting TypeN/A
Number Of StonesOne
Item ColorN/A
Item Color PrimaryN/A
Item Color SecondaryTurquoise
Animal or SymbolKokopelli

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