Hopi Polychrome Sikyatki Revival Migration Pattern Jar by Fannie Nampeyo [SOLD]

This is a beautifully rich orange-colored Hopi jar by Fannie Nampeyo, rendered in a polychrome version of the Sikyatki migration pattern. A solid band around the shoulder, and another one at the underbody, form framing lines for the mid-body design. It has often been stated that Nampeyo of Hano never put ceremonial breaks in bands such as these. Although not always true, it does appear that members of the family often make the lines solid.

The globular body of the jar is the perfect shape to accommodate the migration pattern for which Fannie was expert in applying. The undecorated neck rolls out to a graceful flared rim, another signature element of Fannie and her daughters.

The vessel is in excellent condition with only minor scratches expected in an older piece. These are minor and do not affect the beauty of the jar. The jar is signed Fannie Nampeyo.