Navajo Sand Painted Pottery Buffalo signed E. Yazzie 6.75” tall 9” long

Navajo Sand Painted Pottery Buffalo signed E. Yazzie 6.75” tall 9” long Hand-painted tan buffalo figurine with desert-inspired motifs. Neutral tan finish with turquoise, brown, black and cream accents. Native American sand-painted pottery sculpture depicting a buffalo, a creature deeply respected for its historical and cultural significance in Southwest traditions. Artwork Details Artist: The signature E. Yazzie represents a recognized Navajo (Diné) artisan known for creating permanent, decorative sand paintings. Notable artists using this signature mark include Edward Ben Yazzie and Emma Yazzie. Technique: Unlike sacred, impermanent sandpaintings used exclusively in healing rituals, this commercial style applies finely crushed, naturally colored sands and pigments bound with glue over a solid ceramic or clay figure. Design Motifs: The flank of the buffalo features a detailed sand-art depiction of traditional Southwestern pottery wedding vase surrounded by desert yucca plants and an end of trail sunset, while the base is adorned with symbolic painted feathers and a turquoise centerpiece. Excellent condition with no breaks or chips and very little wear on the surface Really nice! (774718266)