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Mata Ortiz & Casas Grandes Pottery

Casas Grandes (Paquime) is a prehistoric archeological ruin near Chihuahua, Mexico. In the early 1970's, a Mexican railroad worker named Juan Quezada began reproducing pottery in the authentic traditions of Casas Grandes. Today, his pots are in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian, and he is the foremost living ceramic artist in Mexico. Most of Juan's family and over 300 other households in his home village, Mata Ortiz, now follow his path. The pots are formed by only the potter's hands; No pottery wheels are used. The clay is obtained locally from around the village using pick-axes and shovels. The paints are also natural to the area. Nothing is store bought. The pottery is dung-fired on the ground, not in a kiln. Lastly, each piece is signed by the artist. Casas Grandes (Mata Ortiz) pottery began as a revival of ancient traditions, but has developed a distinctive artistic style all it's own.

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Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Goyin Silveira Goyin is one of the most talented potters in all of Mata Ortiz and is quickly becoming a favorite amongst collectors. He is the son of well known potters Gloria Hernandez and Goyo Silveira. He makes pottery of many different shapes and sizes, like this beautiful long necked vase. It is painted with intricate checkerboard patterns in red and black on a crème colored clay background. Signed by the artist. Includes pottery ring stand. 13" Tall, 7 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $899.00 / Your Price: $698.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz1 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Memo & Aracely Varela This beautiful piece from husband and wife team Memo & Aracely features their lovely butterfly designs. It is signed by the artists. 6 1/8" Tall , 4 3/4" Wide Suggested Retail $260.00 / Your Price: $195.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz2 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Abel Mora Abel Mora hand coiled this excellent piece and etched the entire surface with lizards that seem to move all over. It is signed by the artist. Includes pottery ring stand. 8 1/2" Tall, 6 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $325.00 / Your Price: $248.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz3 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Olivia Renteria Dominguez Olivia is well known for her intricately crafted effigy pots featuring lizards, snakes and owls. This pot is hand coiled and painted with a silver slip on a stone polished background. It is signed by the artist. Includes pottery ring stand. 9 3/4" Tall , 7" Wide Suggested Retail $340.00 / Your Price: SOLD Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz4 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Elicena Cota This amazing piece comes from Elicena Cota. Pieces like these are always exciting to see, as two out of three break in the final firing process because of the unique design. As such, Elicena and her husband Andrew are only able to produce three to four a year. Each mask is painted with a different color combination and pattern. The pot is covered in etched and painted dragonfly designs. Signed by the artist and includes pottery ring stand. 11" Tall, 12" Wide Suggested Retail $1,600.00 / Your Price: $1,195.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz5*5-13 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Lorena Lopez Lorena is the sister-in-law of Goyin Silveira and is a truly amazing artist with a great eye for detail and aesthetic. This piece is covered in checkerboard and geometric designs that flow across the surface. It is hand coiled with thin walls and perfect shape. It is signed by the artist. Includes ring stand. 7 3/4" Tall, 6" Wide Suggested Retail $460.00 / Your Price: $345.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz6 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Ivonne Olivas Ivonne created this elegant pot with intricate painted lace designs in white on a chocolate base. She has been potting since she was 14 and was taught by her uncle, Juan Quezada. She is a featured artist in "The Magnetism of Mata Ortiz". This piece is signed and includes a ring stand. 9 1/4" Tall, 6 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $320.00 / Your Price: $240.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz7 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Martin Olivas Quintana Martin specializes in intricately carved designs that he prefers to paint with bold colors that make his work stand out. He is a featured artist in "The Artistry and History of Mata Ortiz". It is signed by the artist and includes a pottery ring stand. 9 3/4" Tall, 7 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $585.00 / Your Price: $435.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz8 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Christina Acosta This lovely piece from Christina is covered in classic Paquime designs in red and black on an off white clay base. It is signed by the artist and includes a ring stand. 5 1/4" Tall, 6 3/4" Wide Suggested Retail $245.00 / Your Price: $189.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz9 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Lazaro Ozuna Silveira This is a great piece from potter Lazaro Silveira, one of four brothers who are also beginning to create jewelry in the village. This piece is signed by the artist. Includes ring stand. 7 1/2" Tall, 6" Wide Suggested Retail $295.00 / Your Price: $225.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz10 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Elicena Cota This lovely piece features Elicena's painted bird designs. Signed by the artist. Includes pottery ring stand. 5 1/4" Tall, 6" Wide Suggested Retail $240.00 / Your Price: $180.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz11 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Macario Ortiz Macario painted this piece with complex spiraling patterns in black paint on white clay . Signed by the artist and includes a ring stand. 4 7/8" Tall, 4 5/8" Wide Suggested Retail $140.00 / Your Price: SOLD Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz12 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Gerardo Ledezma Veloz Gerardo painted this hand coiled piece with repeating diamond patterns and included a matching lid. It is signed by the artist. Includes pottery ring stand. 6 1/8" Tall, 5 3/4" Wide Suggested Retail $240.00 / Your Price: $180.00 Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz13 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Jose Villa Jose created this lovely wedding vase featuring etched and painted wildlife designs on a matte background. Signed by the artist and includes pottery ring stand. 5 3/4" Tall, 4 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $140.00 / Your Price: SOLD Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz14*WV Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page
Click Pictures To Enlarge	Mata Ortiz Hand Coiled Pottery by Andrew Hernandez Andrew Hernandez makes beautiful pottery masks that make great wall hangings. The black base is stone polished and painted with red, blue and white designs. It is hand coiled and signed by the artist. Comes ready to hang. 6 1/8" Tall, 4 1/2" Wide Suggested Retail $105.00 / Your Price: SOLD Backed by Our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee!!   5mataortiz15 Return to Mata Ortiz Main Page

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