World auction record for Southwest American Indian pottery

On December 6, 2010, a decorated ceramic pot created by Nampeyo sold for $350,000 at Bonhams Auction House in San Francisco, setting a new world auction record for Southwest American Indian pottery. This milestone underscored the high regard and value placed on her work and solidified her status as one of the most significant figures in the world of modern ceramics. The record-setting sale illustrated not only the aesthetic and cultural importance of Nampeyo's pottery but also its continuing relevance in the global art market. The event highlighted her enduring legacy, as interest in her artwork continued to rise nearly seventy years after her passing.