Hopi Yellowware Vase by Nellie Nampeyo, c. 1935-40

This vase is wrapped by an excellent migration design with alternating wing designs. The great use of positive and negative space gives the piece an appealing dynamic and balanced presence. Nellie Douma Nampeyo (1896 - 1978) is the third daughter of the legendary Nampeyo of Hano.

This piece measures 8 ½” in height by 6” in diameter. This vase has a large presence and is in excellent condition.