Hopi-Tewa Modern Pottery Tile by Garreth Polingyumptewa [SOLD]

This beautifully executed pottery tile was made by Hopi-Tewa artist Garreth Polingyumptewa. It is a thin clay tile with rounded edges. The artist arranged a beautiful layout of designs. The diagonal bars are arrowhead shaped. Outside of the arrowheads there are geometric shapes and circles. The tips of the arrowheads are matte tan, and the remainder of the tile was executed in black.

The tile is signed on the back with the artist's name, a paw print hallmark, and the year 2002.

Garreth Polingyumptewa, an artist from the Hopi-Tewa community in Hopi Pueblo, Arizona, has carved a niche for himself in the realm of pottery. His craftsmanship is particularly celebrated for the creation of exquisitely thin pottery tiles. These tiles serve as a canvas for Polingyumptewa's artistic expression, where he masterfully paints traditional designs that echo the rich cultural heritage of his community. His work not only showcases his individual talent but also pays homage to the enduring legacy of Hopi-Tewa artistry.

Condition: excellent original condition

Provenance: this Hopi-Tewa Modern Pottery Tile by Garreth Polingyumptewa is from the collection of a client from Santa Fe

Recommended Reading: Hopi & Pueblo Tiles: An Illustrated History by Kim and Pat Messier

TAGS: Southwest Indian Pottery, Hopi Pueblo, Garreth Polingyumptewa