Hopi-Tewa Redware Pottery Canteen & Bowl

Updated August 25, 2026

Two pieces of Hopi-Tewa style redware pottery, including a polished pottery canteen and shallow bowl. The canteen has a rounded body with a short tubular spout, paired lugs and an attached dark cord for carrying or display. The accompanying shallow bowl has a simple rounded form with a polished reddish-orange surface. The canteen measures approximately 5" across according to the collector's notes, while the bowl measures approximately 4.5" x 4.5". Both exhibit hand-worked surfaces and variations consistent with handmade pottery. The canteen appears to have formerly had a signature or identifying inscription on the underside, but it is now substantially rubbed/worn away and the maker cannot be reliably identified. Faint remnants of writing and other old collection/price markings remain visible. The canteen form itself is well established in Hopi and Hopi-Tewa pottery traditions. Museum examples document hand-built canteens with short spouts and paired lugs, and examples range from functional water vessels to smaller pieces made for sale. Both pieces are in vintage condition with surface wear, scratches, minor marks and variations from age and use. No artist attribution is being made due to the illegibility of the former signature. See photos for details.

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