Large antique polychrome Zia Pueblo olla / pot.
Purchased by grandparents in at the pueblo in central New Mexico
in early 1900s (
pre
- 1930).
Repeated geometric red ochre and black motif on white slip.
Dimensions 26 cm. (10.2 in.) tall, ~ 28 cm. (11 in.) max. diameter.
No mark or signature, but compare to works of famed Zia potters of that time. One knowledgeable source attributed the work to Tomasita Shije Medina.
Fair condition: incidental wear from use; 3 fine cracks from rim, one with chip at rim; water deposits.
Overall a rare and beautiful piece!
Available for pick up, or will deliver within 100 mile radius of zip code 76008 for $100.00. We will ship this fragile treasure with the greatest possible care, but also at risk of the buyer.
Very Rare MARY E. TOYA Jemez Pueblo Pottery Native American NATIVITY SET
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