Bowl Corn Plant
700 AD - 900 AD
This bowl was inspired by an early Mesa Verde Black-on-White bowl with corn plant design from a site north of Durango, CO.
Handcrafted by Durango, Colorado artist Anna Ford. 9" x 2.75" deep. Food safe. Hand washing recommended.
Bowl with Leaping Sheep & Kokopelli
Mesa Verde Black-on-White Large Bowl with Leaping Sheep & Kokopelli - 1100 AD- 1300 AD
Kokopelli, the flute player, is the most well known petroglyph in the Southwest & occasionally depicted on pottery. Kokopelli is thought to influence germination and production of large families.
Handcrafted by Durango, Colorado artist Anna Ford. 9.25" x 4" deep. Food safe. Hand washing recommended.
Bowl with Turkey
This bowl has classic Mesa Verde banding and solid kiva step motif and embellished with a turkey. Besides the dog, Ancient Puebloans also domesticated the turkey. Handcrafted by Durango, Colorado artist Anna Ford. 6" x 2.5" deep. Food safe. Hand washing recommended.
Effigy Sheep
This effigy may be one of the most iconic pieces of pottery found in the Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum! The effigy is most likely a Mountain Sheep which has had it's ears, tail and legs broken off over time. Handcrafted by Durango, Colorado artist Anna Ford. 5" x 1" x 2"
Effigy Spotted Duck
The name has been applied to these Ancient Puebloan jars because of their bird-like form. Some bear a striking resemblance to certain kinds of birds, such as ducks and doves. The function of these vessels is still unknown. Handcrafted by Durango, Colorado artist Anna Ford. 4" x 2.75" x 2".
Kiva Jar
It is believed that Ancient Puebloans used kiva jars to store special materials such as planting seeds, weaving and ritual supplies. 3.5" x 2"
Ladle Horny Toad
Mesa Verde Black-on-White Ladle with Horned Toad - 1100 AD-1300 AD
The first ladles were half-gourds. When pottery appeared the half-gourd was copied in clay. Ladles were no doubt used exactly as they are today- for dipping & pouring liquids of all kinds.
This ladle comes with a waxed cotton loop making it a charming and whimsical Christmas ornament!
3" x 1"
Ladle Step Design
Mesa Verde Black-on-White Ladle with with Step Design - 1100 AD-1300 AD
The first ladles were half-gourds. When pottery appeared the half-gourd was copied in clay. Ladles were no doubt used exactly as they are today- for dipping & pouring liquids of all kinds.
This ladle comes with a waxed cotton loop making it a charming and whimsical Christmas ornament!
3" x 1"
Mini Mug Round Step Design
This miniature mug has classic Mesa Verde banding and solid kiva step motif. Kiva steps are believed to be the porthole to the underworld. 1.75" x 2"
Mini Mug Square Line Design
1250 AD - 1285 AD
Inspired by a square mug found at Sand Canyon Pueblo and illustrates the rich diversity of Mesa Verde Black-on-White pottery. 1.75" x 2"
Mini Mug Squared Handle
This miniature mug has classic Mesa Verde banding and solid kiva step motif. Kiva steps are believed to be the porthole to the underworld. 1.75" x 2"
Seed Jar Tick Marks
Seed Jar Zoomorphic Sheep Design
Seed jars were typically used to store seeds for the following years planting. Mesa Verde Black-on-White Seed Jar with Zoomorphic Sheep Design. 1 1/2" x 3/4"