Birdell "Vine Flower" Bourdon Santa Clara Pueblo Potter Wedding Vase
Artist: Santa Clara Pueblo potter Birdell "Vine Flower" Bourdon
Medium: Hand coiled clay with oxidizing firing
Size: 6" H with twisted handle x 6" Across x 2 1/2" Deep
Traditional Blackware/ Great sheen\
Used in traditional Wedding ceremonies. Holy water blessed by a Shaman or Priest is placed in the vessel. The bride drinks from one spout, the groom from the other, uniting them as one.