Handcrafted Navajo Terracotta Vase with Tribal Patterns

The is a piece of authentic Navajo horsehair pottery. This unique art form uses real horsehair during the firing process to create the distinctive black lines and patterns on the surface.  Each piece is handmade and one-of-a-kind, with the artist throwing pieces of horsehair onto the pottery at a precise temperature.  The fine lines come from the horse's mane hair, while thicker lines come from the tail hair.  The pottery is typically made from red or white clay and often features hand-etched Native American symbols representing elements like mountains, rain, or the "staircase of life".  These items are generally recommended for DECORATIVE PURPOSES ONLY and WILL NOT HOLD LIQUID. This is the bottom of a piece of authentic Navajo (Diné) etched pottery, signed by an artist whose last name appears to be "Hadley".  The piece is hand-coiled, stone-polished, and traditionally fired outdoors, a process that creates the unique color variations.  This type of pottery is a high-quality piece of Native American art.  The designs, such as the mountain and clouds depicted, are carved into the clay by hand before firing.  The signature "Diné" confirms its origin from the Navajo Nation.  What a beautiful find. It is in pristine vintage condition. There are no chips or cracks. THIS NOT MEANT TO HOLD WATER. It measures 2 inches wide and 3 1/4 inches tall. It is a one of a kind piece. Signed D. Hadley (I think) and numbered: 204052. Reference: Brown Cupboard Shelf #4