First time I ever heard of Nambe Ware was when we moved to Los Alamos, New Mexico in the early 1970's. All along the Rio Grande (river) there are many small Indian (Native American) pueblos - Nambe being one of them. Their reservation is in Pojaque just north of Santa Fe.
The original studio was a small wooden building with the area to cast their pieces behind the building. The studio and showroom have moved to a more modern facility with additional showrooms in and around northern New Mexico including Albuquerque.
Each piece is made of an alloy of over 35 metals, sand cast and polished. They never tarnish like silver but are susceptible to acid. One advantage of these 'dishes' is that they can serve hot or cold foods.
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| Called a butterfly dish for gravy, sauce, candy or nuts. #568 |
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| Long oblong tray / platter #511 |
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| Round candy or tidbit dish #556 |
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| Square plate for cake, cookies, sandwiches #555 |
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| They call it ovoid and it is a cute little dish perfect for nuts, candy or condiments. #579 |
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| Smaller oblong tray / platter #510 |
On our last trip to Albuquerque we visited their newest shop and I was amazed at all the new versions and pieces they have now. Here is their website I hope you enjoy browsing their site because all their items are so modern, elegant and sleek. Then please visit my listings.
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