Southwest Indian Pottery Lamps Are Timeless

The hands of a Native American artist formed these southwest Indian pottery lamps from clay found near the arroyos and rivers of their homeland. Rolling out the clay, then coiling it to form the shape of the lamp is the first step of their construction process. Smoothing the clay, both inside and outside with a crude tool such as a piece of broken glass or a stone or stick, letting it dry, then firing it in the kiln will turn this formless substance into an object of beauty and use. A home that is decorated in a southwestern style will provide a rustic and natural design finish. Southwest Indian pottery lamps will add a sophisticated yet organic touch to decor. Once you have seen the beauty of these pottery lamps, it is inconceivable that you would not want to have several for your home. 

These pottery lamps may be used in any room of the home. You can be assured that they will add the perfect decorating touch due to the intense skill necessary to make them. Some of the most lovely pottery lamps for sale today are made by the Tarahumara Indians of northern Mexico. Because of their beauty, these lamps can not just be considered a household object since they are made totally by hand. They are not just lamps, they are pieces of art which will give your home a unique look of individuality. The native artists choose unique shapes that reflect the pottery which has been formed throughout history. 

They are shapes that are friendly and natural, like river- and wind-smoothed rocks. These clay made pottery lamps sit on a wooden base, are strung with rawhide and adorned with a rawhide lamp shade for a real southwestern touch. They help to complete your southwest room. Besides the Tarahumara lamps described, there are other styles of southwest Indian pottery lamps available. Basing their designs and decoration on the wonderful artistry of Navajo, Anasazi, and Zuni Native peoples, these lamps will draw you right into the pueblo and desert. So you see, a great way to complete your southwest decor is by adding a pottery lamp. Looking at these lamps will bring the sound of drums and the songs of wolves and coyotes to your mind and a definite Native American presence will be added to your room.

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