Description: An Outstanding Hand Crafted Acoma Pottery Polychrome Olla (Water Jar) Created from Native Clay and Mineral Paint and Signed “J, Leno” (Juana Leno* 1917-2000)Circa 1950 - 1990Condition; Very Good: There are no chips, cracks or repairs. There is normal wear, dust and mild stains typical of items of this age. There is very old pricing information which I left intact at the bottom of this olla10 1/2 inches high x 9 1/2 inches in diameterDescription: This large olla exhibits the mastery of this potter over the form, creation, and artistry of this traditional medium of cultural use and expression.*Juana Leno is one of the important 20th century Acoma potters. She learned to make pottery from her grandmother Eulilia Vallo. Over the years she won numerous awards for her work and has work in museum collections nationwide.Acoma Pueblo, around 40 miles west of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is the oldest continually occupied village in the United States. The people of Acoma have produced fine traditional hand formed pottery since the 12th century. This item was from my collection of traditional arts. Shipping insurance is included in the USA. This item is guaranteed to be authentic and in the condition described. This auction is presented by Jerry Weisberg, Tribal Antiques Satisfaction is guaranteed.
Price: 1650 USD
Location: Pinole, California
End Time: 2024-01-28T19:58:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: New Mexico
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Artisan: Juana Leno (1917 - 2000)
Tribal Affiliation: Acoma Pueblo
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Culture: Native American: US
