This particular form is derived from the double-spouted canteen in use since prehistoric times. The term "wedding vase" was given to it in the late 1800’s by Herman Schweitzer who handled the Indian arts enterprize for the Fred Harvey Company. At that time the pot was not used in traditional wedding ceremonies among Southwest tribes. However, in the years since it has become a traditional gift for young couples. Some stories say the two spouts sharing a common bowl symbolize two lives sharing a common destiny.
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A very nice vase with an Avanyu/water serpent design by Vickie Martinez Tafoya. 9.25 inches tall. SOLD. A beautiful large Jemez wedding vase by Marcella Yepa with a swirling melon design with a micaceous band. 12 inches high and 6.5 inches wide. $525.
Next are two views of one by Elizabeth Manygoats, painted with a reservation scene. Also 9 inches tall and $165.
Two views of a wonderful vase by Marcella Yepa with a pattern suggestive of water. 13 inches tall. SOLD. The vase with the horned lizards is by Betty Manygoats, who made this style famous. 9 inches tall. $300. Next is a similar vase, but by her daughter, Elizabeth Manygoats. 8 inches tall and $180. (TUCSON) click for larger images
