Hopi Pueblo Historic Pottery Ladle with Fox Head Handle

This is an exquisite vintage ladle, and a testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship of a once known Hopi Pueblo potter. This piece stands out with its distinctive fox head motif, intricately carved and vividly painted on the handle's tip—a design element rarely encountered in Hopi ladles. The fox, celebrated for its cunning, focus, intelligence, and wisdom, holds a place of reverence among numerous Native American tribes, including the Hopi.

The ladle's bowl showcases a traditional Hopi pattern, a design that echoes the artistic expressions found in other Hopi pottery forms such as seed jars or bowls. Bathed in a light tan hue with a subtle hint of orange, the ladle reflects the characteristic color palette derived from Hopi Pueblo clay.

This elegantly shaped pottery item, with its unique features and cultural significance, is not an everyday find. It promises to be a prized possession for any collector or enthusiast of Hopi artistry.

Condition: good condition

Provenance: this Hopi Pueblo Historic Pottery Ladle with Fox Head Handle is from the collection of a client of Adobe Gallery

Recommended Reading: Canvas of Clay: Seven Centuries of Hopi Ceramic Art by Edwin L. Wade and Allan Cooke

TAGS: Southwest Indian Pottery, Hopi Pueblo, Hopituh Shi-nu-mu