Jean Sahme Pueblo Pottery

Jean Sahme

Jean Sahme is among the most famous of the Nampeyo
family of potters. Her work is represented in many Museum
collections (including the Smithsonian Institute) as well
 as in most books on Native American Pottery.

Nampeyo's earliest recorded pottery was made
 around 1896. Nampeyo (1860-1942) is credited with
 beginning the revival of modern Hopi pottery.

Jean Sahme continues the Nampeyo family tradition of
using ancient Sikyatki designs in her pottery. But, she has
moved her pottery forward by adding modern designs as
 well. Perhaps, what strikes an observer first is how
perfectly balanced her pottery is painted.

One design effortlessly flows to the next. Yet, the
pottery itself is quite substantial... made so well. Jean
 makes her own clay and paints from material found
on the reservation. She does not us a kiln but
literally fires her pottery in a open fire.

Jean Sahme

Jean Sahme is among the most famous of the Nampeyo
family of potters. He work is represented in many Museum
collections (including the Smithsonian Institute) as well
 as most books on Native American Pottery.

Jean Sahme Pottery

Very Large Butterfly Maiden Vase

6 1/4" diameter x 12" tall

$4,995

<><><>

Very Large Bowl

Ancient Bird, Feather and other designs

14" diameter x 9 1/2" tall

$5850

<><><>

Jean Sahme Pottery

Made completely by hand. The paints are natural pigments
and the clay is sifted from that found on the Reservation
 and the pot is  traditionally fired in an
open fire (not kiln fired).

10" diameter x 6" tall

$2985

<><><>

Question, Comments, Place an Order...
 Call us 800 462 8536 or email