Artist Hopi

Zella Cheeda

1901–1997Antelope Woman

Biography

The life and work of Zella Cheeda

At a glance

Life dates
1901–1997
Tribe / Pueblo
Hopi
Also known as
Antelope Woman
Known for
  • Pottery
Available now
1 piece

Zella Cheeda (1901–1997), also known as Antelope Woman or Antelope Girl, was a distinguished Hopi Pueblo potter from the village of Sichomovi on First Mesa (between Walpi and Hano). She was active primarily from the 1930s/1950s through the 1980s (sources vary slightly on the exact start of her career) and is particularly noted for her traditional-style pottery, especially redware pieces. She signed her work with an antelope hallmark (an image of an antelope).