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Lucy Leuppe McKelvey "Summer Thunder" Pottery Bowl

Sold for $525 at SebastianCharles Auctions on Apr 22, 2025.

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Lucy Leuppe McKelvey (Navajo, 20th Century) Dimensions: 13" square x 2 1/2" deep Condition: very good, no chips or cracks Artist Bio: Lucy Leuppe McKelvey (b. 1950) is a Navajo potter known for her intricate designs inspired by Navajo sand paintings, baskets, and rugs. Raised near Sheep Springs, Arizona, she studied at Brigham Young University. McKelvey transitioned from ceramic clay to native clays and natural pigments, firing her pieces using traditional methods. Her award-winning pottery is held in major institutions like the Smithsonian and the Heard Museum.

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