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Santana and Adam Martinez Black Ware Pottery Jar

$6,325
£4,808.74
€5,549.47
CA$8,853.30
A$9,913.34
CHF 5,172.28
MX$120,786.72
NOK 65,632.59
SEK 62,399.12
DKK 41,423.15
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Black on black pottery jar with feathered design, signed Santana and Adam Martinez. 1955 - 1975; 5 1/2" x 6 1/2" San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico, are internationally renowned 20th-century American potters. Inspired by the findings of archeologists, Maria and her husband led a revival of ancient pottery styles among Pueblo artisans. Between 1918 and 1943, Maria shaped the pots and her husband Julian painted the designs. Santana is their daughter. Julian was the first acknowledged male artist of their Pueblo to do so. (Cisco's Gallery has one of the largest collections of Martinez pottery in all sizes) Check us out! Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, Navajo, black ware, blackware, pottery, ceramic, ceramic art, black on black, handmade, indigenous, vintage, antique, southwestern
  • Creator:
    Navajo (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Diameter: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coeur d'Alene, ID
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Q9601stDibs: LU4019339061002

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