Product Description
Handmade Hopi Vase by Jacob (Jake) Koopee. This traditionally made pot measures 3-1/2″ wide by 4-1/4″ High, Circa 2005.
Jacob Koopee was one of the finest contemporary young Hopi potters until his unexpected death in June 2011. He remains renowned for his work, which incorporates traditional methods and traditional Sikyatki designs with innovative and experimental designs and techniques.
Born March 31, 1970, Jacob is the great-great grandson of Nampeyo, great-grandson of Nellie Nampeyo Douma, grandson of Marie Koopee, and son of Jacob Koopee, Sr., and Georgia Dewakuku Koopee. He is also the nephew of Dextra Quotskuyva, who has inspired him.
Jacob won “best of show” at both the Heard Museum and Santa Fe Indian Market in 2005, in addition to other awards in the past.
His work is signed with a Kokopelli and his last name, Koopee.
