{"product_id":"navajo-hand-etched-horsehair-vase-by-ben-billy","title":"Navajo Hand-Etched Horsehair Vase by Ben Billy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vase has a presence. Ben Billy shapes each piece into a classic ovoid form, then hand-carves fine-line geometric patterns across the surface — raindrop and feather motifs along the upper half, step and horizon patterns anchoring the base. The upper section is polished to a soft sheen, letting the clay's natural character come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe horsehair firing does the rest. While the pot is still white-hot from the kiln, strands of real horsehair are laid across it, scorching into permanent carbon trails that weave unpredictably through the carved lines. A deep royal purple at the top fades into warm sunset orange and golden ochre, grounded by a midnight black base. Signed \"BL Navajo\" on the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: Ben Billy (Navajo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Hand-etched Sgraffito with authentic horsehair firing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.14\" H x 4\" W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Approximately 9 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature: Hand-signed \"BL Navajo\" on the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Avoid moisture and abrasive cleaners. Display away from direct sunlight to preserve the glaze tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBen Billy is a Navajo artist known for his precise Sgraffito etching technique and mastery of horsehair firing, creating pieces that blend traditional symbolism with contemporary form.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Billy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44896888127557,"sku":"POT-VASE-BENBILLY","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9836\/6021\/files\/PXL_20260421_031301085-Photoroom.jpg?v=1776741414","url":"https:\/\/sunwesttreasures.com\/products\/navajo-hand-etched-horsehair-vase-by-ben-billy","provider":"SunWest Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}