Snake Pot by Earl Robbins
Description:
Approximate Dimensions: 6" height X 12" diameter
Weight: 9 lbs 4.75 oz
Traditional Knowledge:
The snake pot is of great antiquity among the Catawba and is of great cultural importance. The potters lavish much time and attention to this vessel which can be made at any size. The black snake has been sacred to the Catawba for untold centuries. The image was originally a possesion of the War Captain who managed all inter-tribal warfare.
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Earl RobbinsLocation:
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Digital Heritage
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Catawba Cultural Preservation ProjectCategory
PotterySummary
Photograph of Earl Robbins holding a piece of his pottery
Digital Heritage
Community
Catawba Cultural Preservation ProjectCategory
Pottery
Digital Heritage
Community
Catawba Cultural Preservation ProjectCategory
PotterySummary
Two pipe molds and pipes created by Master Potter Earl Robbins
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Original Date Description:
1995Original Date:
1995 March 1stCreator:
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Earl Robbins Pottery CollectionIdentifier:
2003.028.001Type:
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