Hopi Collection

Pueblo Pots
Pots of the Pueblo peoples of Arizona and New Mexico : the five lower pieces are prehistoric, the rest are of late 19th century Hopi and other tribes

HOPI KACHINA DOLL. Talavai (Morning Singer), a Hopi spirit or Kachina, dressed in a cape and headdress. Carved wooden doll from Arizona

Hopi Potter 1908
Nampeyo, a renowned pot-maker of the Hopi village of Tewa, northeastern Arizona : her pots are hand-made in every sense - no wheel or elaborate tools are used

A Hopi Man, 1921. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Hopi Man, 1921

Nato, the goat man-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nato, the goat man-Hopi, c1906. Half-length portrait of Hopi man with animal skin

Nunipayo [i.e. Nampeyo] decorating pottery, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nunipayo [i.e. Nampeyo] decorating pottery, c1900. Photograph show Tewa Hopi potter Nampeyo seated on mat painting designs on pottery

Potter building her kiln, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Potter building her kiln, c1906. Photograph shows Tewa Hopi potter Nampeyo building a kiln

The Hopi maiden, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Hopi maiden, c1905. Head-and-shoulders portrait of a Hopi woman, left profile

Hopi virgin, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi virgin, c1905. Head-and-shoulders portrait of a Hopi woman, facing front

Burros and Moki men on the road, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Burros and Moki men on the road, c1900

Flute ceremony at Tureva Spring, Middle Mesa, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Flute ceremony at Tureva Spring, Middle Mesa, c1905. Hopi Indians gathered at oasis, some seated at water, others standing in background

Good morning-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Good morning-Hopi, c1906. Pueblo building with people

On the housetop-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
On the housetop-Hopi, c1906. Photo shows women seated and standing on pueblo buildings

A visitor, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A visitor, c1905. Hopi adults gather outside doorway, children on roof, dogs and horse in foreground

Cliff perched homes-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cliff perched homes-Hopi, c1906. Four Hopi women in front of pueblo buildings

The dawn of day, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The dawn of day, c1905. Hopi Indians, on horseback, looking toward horizon and dawn light

Hopi life, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi life, c1907. Several Hopi women and children seated on floor of unfurnished indoor structure

Three Hopi women at top of adobe steps, New Mexico, 1906, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Three Hopi women at top of adobe steps, New Mexico, 1906, c1906

The piki maker-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The piki maker-Hopi, c1906. Hopi woman making bread inside pueblo

East Mesa girls-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
East Mesa girls-Hopi, c1906

Singing to the snakes, Shipolovi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Singing to the snakes, Shipolovi, c1906. Three Hopi Indians with snakes, New Mexico

Maiden and Matron, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Maiden and Matron, c1905. Two Hopi females sitting on a rock

The delights of childhood, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The delights of childhood, c1900. Two Hopi girls seated on ground eating melon

Hopi Angel, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi Angel, c1905. Photo shows a Hopi girl, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Snake dancer in costume, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Snake dancer in costume, c1900. Hopi snake dancer, full-length portrait, standing, facing front

Modified style of hair dressing-Hopi, c1921. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Modified style of hair dressing-Hopi, c1921. Hopi girl, half-length portrait, facing right

Modest maidens, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Modest maidens, c1906. Four young Hopi women gather outside of an entrance

Honovi-Walpi snake priest, with Totkya Day painting, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Honovi-Walpi snake priest, with Totkya Day painting, c1910. Hopi snake priest, three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing front

Moki melon eaters, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Moki melon eaters, c1900. Two Hopi girls seated on ground eating melons

Moki melon eaters, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Moki melon eaters, c1900. Two Hopi girls seated on ground eating melons

Hopi children, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi children, c1905

The mealing trough-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The mealing trough-Hopi, c1906. Photo shows four young Hopi Indian women grinding grain

Snake gathering [D]-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Snake gathering [D]-Hopi, c1907. Group of Hopi snake priests hunting snakes

Oraibi snake dance, 1904, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Oraibi snake dance, 1904, c1905. Hopi Indians, Arizona, in snake ceremony, with pueblo and onlookers in background

The potter, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The potter, c1906. Hopi woman painting small pottery vessel

A quiet smoke-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A quiet smoke-Hopi, c1907. Hopi man sitting on ground smoking, with hoe propped on his left knee

Watching the morning races, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Watching the morning races, c1905. Group of Hopi Indians looking into the distance at valley floor

Me Sa Tawa catching snakes-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Me Sa Tawa catching snakes-Hopi, c1907

The snake priests-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The snake priests-Hopi, c1907. Ten Hopi snake priests, standing, facing front, carrying sticks, some with bags

Snake gathering [C]-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Snake gathering [C]-Hopi, c1907. Six Hopi snake priests, standing, facing front, carrying sticks

Digging out the snakes-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Digging out the snakes-Hopi, c1907. Group of Hopi Indians using hoes to dig out snakes

Hopi water girls, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi water girls, c1906. Five Hopi girls getting water in jugs

Flute dancers at Tureva Spring (B), c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Flute dancers at Tureva Spring (B), c1905. Dancers preparing for ceremony on upper terrace

Flute dancers at Tureva Spring, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Flute dancers at Tureva Spring, c1905. Photograph shows dancers preparing for a flute ceremony on upper terrace

Gobuguoy, Walpi girl, half-length portrait, facing front, hair tied in swirls on sides of... c1900
Gobuguoy, Walpi girl, half-length portrait, facing front, hair tied in swirls on sides of head, metal bead and bell choker, printed cotton dress, cotton shawl around shoulders, c1900

Native American clay pottery made by Native Americans of the Pueblo People, New Mexico, 1920 (print)
3794046 Native American clay pottery made by Native Americans of the Pueblo People, New Mexico, 1920 (print); (add.info.: Native American clay pottery)

Hopi house builder, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hopi house builder, c1905. Hopi Indian buiding adobe house

Walpi maidens-Hopi, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Walpi maidens-Hopi, c1906

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Hopi: A Journey through Pueblo Pots, Kachina Dolls, and Traditional Art" Immerse yourself in the vibrant world culture as we delve into their fascinating history. From intricately designed Pueblo pots to mesmerizing Hopi Kachina dolls, each artifact tells a unique story. Step back in time with Talavai (Morning Singer), a revered spirit or Kachina, beautifully adorned with a cape and headdress. This carved wooden doll from Arizona captures the essence spirituality and tradition. In 1908, witness the skillful hands of a talented Hopi potter shaping clay into exquisite vessels that reflect both artistry and functionality. These timeless creations continue to be treasured today. Chaiwa Tewa's captivating photograph from 1906 transports us to an era where bashfulness was captured on film. The innocence radiating from this image is reminiscent of simpler times. Embark on an enchanting journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Hopi Indian Reservation in Tuba City. May Washes Canyon reveals nature's beauty intertwined with ancestral roots—a sight that leaves you awe-inspired. Discover Wupatki National Monument in Arizona—an archaeological wonderland showcasing ancient dwellings built by ancestral Puebloans. Here, echoes of past civilizations whisper tales lost in time. Ha Ho No Geh Canyon within the vast expanse of the Hopi Reservation beckons explorers seeking serenity amidst nature's wonders. Lose yourself in its majestic beauty while connecting with your inner self. Nova-Walpi takes us back to 1906 when black-and-white photography first immortalized this iconic village perched atop a mesa—preserving its architectural marvel for generations to come. Edward S. Curtis' silver print photograph titled "The Mealing Trough - Hopi" offers an intimate glimpse into daily life within this indigenous community—a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Hopi people.