Native American Pueblo Acoma Horsehair Pottery by Eric Louis 0212

Native American Pueblo Acoma Horsehair Pottery - Eric Louis

This is an Native American Pueblo Acoma Horsehair Pottery Vase handcrafted by Pueblo Acoma Artist, Eric Louis. The artist utilizes both traditional methods and modern methods when creating his pottery. Each pottery designed by Eric Louis carries a deep significance and history of where he is from. Eric sculpts each pottery using a slip casting mold method. Everything that is included in the process of making this pottery is entirely handcrafted, even the smallest details matter. The geometric designs are hand etched onto the pottery, designs that are etched freehand completely by memory. Each design represents a part of the Acoma Pueblo culture and history. What really sets apart this style of pottery is the use of Horsehair. Pieces of horsehair are burned into the smooth surface of each pot. Horsehair is strategically placed to create a one-of-a-kind design that Eric envisions. Who knew that burning horsehair onto clay would create such astounding works of art. This piece of pottery measures a height of 6- 1/4” and 6- 1/2” in width. The pottery is 6” in depth, vase opening 4”, and weighs 15.4 oz. This Acoma Horsehair Pottery is made with so much detail in a step by step process of pottery making that is unique to Eric Louis. The attention to every detail is really amazing. This Native American Pueblo Acoma Horsehair Pottery is the one piece of artwork that will leave others astonished with your deep knowledge and understanding of the horsehair pottery making process.