Steve Lucas

Kachina Faces

5 1/2" H x 10 1/2" D


This special pot is the creation of Hopi master potter, Steve Lucas. It represents the many kachinas which appear during the winter months of the Hopi ceremonial calendar, but especially during the month of February when the Bean Dances are held and the Soyok Wuhti and her guardians come for their ransoms.

Kachina faces are depicted throughout this large vessel. These sizes are difficult to exectute and always represent a risk when firing. Steve has been fortunate during these months of severe weather and his potteries have come out beautifully.

Steve Lucas is the great -grandson of Nampeyo, grandson of Rachel Namingha Nampeyo and brother of Karen Lucas. He is recognized as one of the premier Hopi potters of today for his outstanding and innovative art work.

He consistently wins blue ribbons and this year he won best of pottery at the Santa Fe Indian Market. His works are created in the traditional ways of Hopi potters and of his great-great grandmother Nampeyo.

Steve uses all natural clays to hand coil his pottery, natural pigments to create designs and outdoor firing to give his art the wonderful blush that adds much so beauty.

Another characteristic of Steve's fine work is the high polished glow which most pieces exhibit. This is achieved through many hours of diligent polishing using a small, smooth stone.

Most of his designs are based on old Sikyatki shards that he studies for inspiration. Steve's work is precise, finely detailed, nearly perfect in symmetry.

Like his forebears, Steve has mastered the art of traditional polychrome pottery making. Steve has signed with his hallmark mudhead, or koyemsi, along with an ear of corn for his great-grandmother, Nampeyo.

 

Gallery Price: $4,500.00

SOLD

Other Items Available
in the
Gallery Area


If you are interested in this item, please call Brandon, or send email to: sales@ancientnations.com

1.800.854.1359

To return to the gallery: Click Here
Additional information: Purchase Details