About Us:
In our Collection you will find:
Collectibles
Native American Artifacts, Weapons, Quivers, Bow & Arrows, War Clubs, Shields,
Knives, Cradleboards and much more. Famous Creek Artist, LaNeAyo has created
some beautiful " life like" Masks and Weapons.
Artifacts: Native Americana Culture Cradle
Boards, Peace Pipes, Rattles, Prayer Fans, Rain Sticks. (click
here to view these items)
Masks: Native American Masks - Here you will
find masks by artist LaNeAyo and include a Lummi Traditional Dancer, a Cheyenne
Dog Soldier, a Koshari Hopi Clown, and an Apache Scout. (click
here to view these items)
Sculptures: Native Americana Sculptures -
Here you will find many beautiful sculptures by great artists like Leo Johnson,
Ben Livingston, Ray Todacheeny, Orval Joe, Daniel Joe, Brian Begay, JC Joe,
Susie Joe, and many more. (click
here to view these items)
Weapons: Native American Weapons - Here you
will find a large selection of weapons including Medicine Shields, Tomahawks,
hatchets, Quiver & Arrows, War Clubs, Wooden Bows, Spears, Knives & Stands, and
much much more. (click
here to view these items)
Paintings: These beautiful Native American
Tiles are hand painted by father and daughter, Bill and Tracie Rabbit. (click
here to view these items)
Fetishes
Fetish collecting is addicting ! We have many to chose from including Zuni,
Navajo and Unknown artist. A Fetish is an animal carving usually made of shell
or stone and said to house the supernatural qualities of that animal.
Zuni: All Southwestern tribes have fetishes
in their traditions. The Zunis have the some of the finest and most successful
carvers of fetishes. (click
here to view these items)
Navajo: All Southwestern tribes have
fetishes in their traditions. The Navajos have carried small fetishes in pocket
bags for hundreds of years. (click
here to view these items)
Unkown Artist: We have a few fetishes whose
artist is unknown but will still make a great addition to your collection. (click
here to view these items)
Jewelry
White Buffalo has collected Intricate Silverwork by many FAMOUS Artists,
including Alvin Yellowhorse , Ernest Benally , Zuni Artist; Effie C (Calavaza),
Tommy Singer, Sam Gray, and Tommy Moore just to name a few.
Sets: In this section you will find many
beautiful jewelry sets that will add the finishing touches to any wardrobe. (click
here to view these items)
Bracelets: White Buffalo has collected
Intricate Silverwork by many FAMOUS Artists, including Alvin Yellowhorse ,
Ernest Benally , Zuni Artist; Effie C (Calavaza), Tommy Singer, Sam Gray, and
Tommy Moore just to name a few. (click
here to view these items)
Earrings: When Spaniards and Mexicans first
came to the Southwest, they recognized the ability that the Indian peoples had
with their hands and taught them how to use metal to make bracelets, earrings,
and other items. (click
here to view these items)
Necklaces: It wasn't long until the Indians
began using the silver pesos brought up from Mexico, and their jewelry started
to grow from a silver beginning. They began to incorporate the Turquoise from
their own land into the ornaments they created. (click
here to view these items)
Pendants: The greatest value of Indian
jewelry is its intrinsic beauty. The Indians, with their cultural and artistic
background, seem to give beauty to everything they touch. (click
here to view these items)
Rings: For many, an item of Indian jewelry
immediately brings to mind the American Southwest. Most who visit the region
today cannot resist selecting a special piece of Indian jewelry to take home as
a remembrance of the fascinating people. (click
here to view these items)
Watches: Most who visit the region today, as
in decades past, cannot resist selecting a special piece of Indian jewelry to
take home as a remembrance of the gorgeous scenery and fascinating people. (click
here to view these items)
Misc Items: The following pages attempt to
display many pieces that have caught our eye. You will find some very unique
pieces along with some traditional items. We sincerely hope you enjoy this
beautiful artwork as much as we enjoyed collecting them. (click
here to view these items)
Pottery
We have Pottery Ute, Acoma, Santa Clara style, Horse Hair, including the newest
rage Reverse Horse Hair!! and Navajo pottery( featuring some NEW double etched
pieces from an up and coming Navajo potter.
Acoma: Acoma Tribe pottery is famous for its
detailed designs and bold colors and images. The "free hand" line painting
symbols usually deplict Nature. (click
here to view these items)
Hopi: Here we are proud to display some
beautiful pieces by famous Hopi potters Ergil F. Vallo (known as Dalawepi) and
Loretta Silas. (click
here to view these items)
Horse Hair: The fine lines are created with
the hair from the mane and the thick lines are from the tail. Every pot is
original and one of a kind created by Navajo craftsperson, Tom Vail Census #
404437. (click
here to view these items)
Navajo: Our pottery is individually handmade
by various Navajo potters using a wheel rather than the coil method. Each piece
is hand carved and hand painted with Native American designs. The carving is
very detailed. (click
here to view these items)
Santa Clara "Style" Pottery: Some of the
most beautiful pottery in the world comes from the Santa Clara Pueblos. We have
found a line of pottery which is done in the Santa Clara “style” but has a more
reasonable price for those wanting to display this style of pottery. (click
here to view these items)
Ute: The Ute Tribe enjoy a modern lifestyle
but have retained their traditional customs. They are established artists known
unique pottery. (click
here to view these items)
Zuni: For 1,500 years the Zuni have made
pottery with coils of clay creating many designs & shapes to suit different
purposes. The artists use yucca plant leaves to paint intricate designs over
white clay. (click
here to view these items)
Hopi Creations
We also have a great collection of Hopi Pottery under the Pottery section. We
are pleased to showcase some of the beautiful artwork by our favorite Hopi
artist's like Dalawepi, E. Choyou, Torivis, Cimmaron Grover, and Loretta Silas.
Shalakos: These dolls are carved from a
single piece of wood then placed on a stand. The artist follows the natural
shape of the wood giving each its own unique look. The Shalako is used in the
Hopi winter ceremonies to pray for rain and good health. (click
here to view these items)
Katsinas: Katsinas are the Spirit of
everything in the real world. They are an integral part of the Hopi cultures.
The Katsinas are incorporated into their dances and ceremonies. The Katsina
making involves both tradition and creativity using drift cottonwood root. (click
here to view these items)
Pottery: Don't miss our Hopi Pottery
Collection listed under "Pottery" above. (click
here to view these items)
Other items: Here you will find other
amazing Hopi crafts and artwork. (click
here to view these items)
Navajo Items
Here you will find a large assortment of Kachina's, Chicken's, Dream Catcher's,
Rugs and more by the Navajo Tribe
Rugs: The art of weaving is an ancient art.
Long before the popular Navajo rugs were woven, the Navajo people were weaving
clothing and ceremonial items to be worn. (click
here to view these items)
Shalakos: The Shalako Kachinas are the Giant
Couriers of the Rainmakers. They have no arms and the masks of these ten-foot
figures are carried on poles by their impersonators. (click
here to view these items)
Kachinas: The Kachina has no religious
significance in the Navajo culture. Navajo craftsmen have borrowed from other
cultures for centuries but do not always follow the techniques of the Hopi's.
There are collector's of both the Navajo and Hopi version. (click
here to view these items)
Chickens: These are beautiful hand carved
wood Chickens. A must for any collector. (click
here to view these items)
Dream Catchers: The Dream Catcher was hung
near the bedroom window to catch dreams. The bad dreams would get caught up in
the webbing, held there until morning light, then burned off. The good dreams
were caught and held in the feathers to return another night. (click
here to view these items)
Drums: The most important Native American
instrument is the drum. The basic construction is: a wooden frame or a carved
and hollowed log, with buckskin or elk skin stretched across the opening with
sinew. (click
here to view these items)
Beadwork
Here you will find some of the BEAUTIFUL Native American bead work that we
found. These beaded pieces are done by Artist such as Lila A. Jones, Eva B.
McAdams and Heather Sun-Rhodes.
Beaded Jewelry: When early trappers and
traders ventured west they brought with them glass beads to trade for food and
supplies with the Indians. Tribes were using porcupine quills to decorate their
clothing but they replaced those with beads. (click
here to view these items)
Mocassins: Traditional Native American
clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but the moccasin was a nearly
universal element. The basic patterns were different in nearly every tribe, and
different designs would designate tribal affiliation. (click
here to view these items)
Other items: The Northern Arapaho are
particularly well-known for their beadwork. They borrow from different
traditions to create their own individual style. (click
here to view these items)
Native Spirit
In our travels we have found some beautiful art work that is NOT authentic
Native American pieces but have been created in the Native American Spirit.
Knives: These knives are NOT Native American
but are done in the Native Spirit. They were hand made by artist Russ Pound and
he has created these beautiful knives in the style of the Florida Timucuans
Tribe of North Florida. (click
here to view these items)
Utah Septarian Nodules: Septarians were
formed millions of years ago when the Gulf of Mexico reached what is now
Southern Utah. These Utah Septarian Nodules are NOT Native. (click
here to view these items)
Wall Art: In our travels we have found some
beautiful art work that is NOT Native but have been created in the Native
American Spirit. With that thought in mind what you will view in this section
are NOT authentic Native American pieces. (click
here to view these items)
Copper Art: Original & Unique Copper Art
with Native American Designs by artist Terri Dennis. The artwork in this section
is NOT authentic Native American pieces. (click
here to view these items)
Metal Art: In our travels we have found some
beautiful 3 dimensional Metal Art that is NOT Native but have been created in
the Native American Spirit. These pieces will add a nice touch to your Native
American style decor. (click
here to view these items)
Other items: Here you will find afghans,
world gem globes, carved moose antlers, pillows and more. These pieces will add
a nice touch to your Native American style decor. (click
here to view these items)
Jewelry: Here you will find sterling silver
necklaces, bracelets, fetish pendants and more. These items are NOT authentic
Native American made. (click
here to view these items)
Scrimshaw Art: Scrimshaw is one of the
oldest American crafts which originated with the Native Americans along the
Northwest Coast of North America. These beautiful art work that is NOT Native
but have been created in the Native American Spirit. (click
here to view these items)
Northwest Art
Hand carved wood plaques from the Northwest region and the Quinault tribe.
Baskets: Here we are featuring some
beautiful Hand Woven baskets by Northwest Quinault and Queet artists Leta Shale,
Maggie Kelly and Nellie Williams. (click
here to view these items)
Wooden Plaques: Hand carved Northwest Native
American artwork by artist including Dora Edwards, Connie Edwards and Herman
Peter. (click
here to view these items)
New Arrivals and Monthly
Sales
Here we will list our newly arrived items and our monthly sales.
New Arrivals: (click here to view these
items)
Monthly Sales: (click
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