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Santa Clara Pueblo Native American Pottery

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Black Pottery from the Santa Clara Pueblo is among the most well-known in the Entire World. Maria Martinez of San Illdefonso Pueblo is arguably the most well known Potter ever to live. She became famous for the Black Pottery tradition that is now carried on by Artists of the Santa Clara Pueblo. Santa Clara Pueblo Pottery has become the most collectible Native American pottery. This incredible art form begins with natural Red Clays gathered from the pueblos and surrounding hills. The clay undergoes many preparations before it is finally molded into the finished product. The artist generally rolls the clay into long thin rolls, then begins to "build" the piece by layering these rolls one on top of the other. This Hand Coiled method includes smoothing the coils by hand to the pottery's final shape. The artist then begins the arduous task of polishing the piece. This is accomplished by rubbing a smooth "polishing" stone over the piece over and over until the red clay shines. Finally, the piece is fired in an "Oxygen Reduction" firing process. During the firing, the artist smothers the fire with horse manure. The manure traps a thick, carbon rich smoke all around the piece. The Carbon contained in the smoke fuses itself into the clay, turning it Black. This Black color can never be removed or washed off. The entire process is fraught with problems as about 3 of every 5 pieces actually emerge from the fire without damage. Given the rarity of this pottery, artists often view the clay as a living entity. A finished piece is often revered as a gift from what pueblo potters often respectfully refer to as the "Clay Mother". The end result is a stunning piece of Native American Pottery work of art.

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SANTA CLARA POTTERY

by Alfred Salazar

Alfred started potting at the age of 16 alongside his mother. All of his pots are made in the traditional methods and fired outdoors. His stone polishing is some of the best we have ever seen.

This lovely piece features Alfred's Avanyu design. It is signed Alfred Salazar, Santa Clara.

Size: 2" Tall, 2 3/8" at widest point

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INLAID POTTERY

by Chery Crespin

This incredible piece was hand coiled by Santa Clara artist Birdell Bourdon, then inlaid with stones by Chery Crespin of Santo Domingo.

Size: 7 3/8" Tall, 5 1/2" at widest point

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SANTA CLARA BLACK POTTERY HORSE

by Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez

Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez have been married since 1965, and have two sons, Paul Gutierrez Jr. and Gary Gutierrez. Dorothy was born in 1940 and is a Navajo woman. Her mother is a weaver who weaves belts. Paul Sr. was born is 1936 and is a Tewa Pueblo Indian. They are very well known for their Black Mudhead Figurines. The mudheads are now what we call "Koshares" and they take part in the Indian ceremonial dances as clowns. They are made to put a smile on your face and to remind you not to take life so seriously all of the time. Paul's parents were both well know potters by the names of Lela and Vann Gutierrez. Paul has two sisters. Margaret Gutierrez, in her late fifties, to out knowledge still makes pottery. She specializes in polychrome bowls and figurines. Paul's late sister, Pauline Gutierrez, taught him the art of pottery making. Paul's niece, Stephanie Naranjo, also makes polychrome figurines. The Gutierrez family biography can be found in many books including "The fourteen Families in Pueblo Pottery," by Rick Dillingham.

Size: 2 1/4" Tall, 1 1/2" Wide

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SANTA CLARA BLACK POTTERY GOAT

by Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez

Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez have been married since 1965, and have two sons, Paul Gutierrez Jr. and Gary Gutierrez. Dorothy was born in 1940 and is a Navajo woman. Her mother is a weaver who weaves belts. Paul Sr. was born is 1936 and is a Tewa Pueblo Indian. They are very well known for their Black Mudhead Figurines. The mudheads are now what we call "Koshares" and they take part in the Indian ceremonial dances as clowns. They are made to put a smile on your face and to remind you not to take life so seriously all of the time. Paul's parents were both well know potters by the names of Lela and Vann Gutierrez. Paul has two sisters. Margaret Gutierrez, in her late fifties, to out knowledge still makes pottery. She specializes in polychrome bowls and figurines. Paul's late sister, Pauline Gutierrez, taught him the art of pottery making. Paul's niece, Stephanie Naranjo, also makes polychrome figurines. The Gutierrez family biography can be found in many books including "The fourteen Families in Pueblo Pottery," by Rick Dillingham.

Size: 2 1/2" Tall, 1 5/8" Wide

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INLAID POTTERY

by Chery Crespin

This incredible piece was hand coiled by Santa Clara artist Birdell Bourdon, then inlaid with stones by Chery Crespin of Santo Domingo.

1 7/8" Tall, 3 1/2" at widest point

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SAN ILDELFONSO POTTERY

by Nicholas "Okuwa-ta" Martinez

This beautiful pot was hand coiled and stone polished, signed by the artist.

Size: 4" Tall, 8 7/8" Wide

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SANTA CLARA TWO TONE POTTERY

by Dusty Naranjo

Like her brother, Forrest Naranjo, Dusty was not raised in a strictly pueblo environment. Her father, Tito Naranjo, was a university professor and this less traditional upbringing probably accounts for the contemporary styles of Dusty's pottery. In fact, Dusty did not even pursue pottery until a little later in life. She first graduated with a BA in psychology from NM Highlands University and recently obtained her Master's Degree in Art Therapy. However, having been exposed to pottery making throughout her life -- both her parents pot and her father's siblings are Jody Folwell, Nora Naranjo- Morse and Dolly Naranjo -- it was perhaps inevitable that Dusty give it a try. When she did begin potting she discovered that is was a wonderful creative process. Using only traditional techniques, Dusty is now a well known potter having progressed far in a short period of time.

Size: 5 3/4" Tall, 3 3/4" at widest point

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SANTA CLARA POTTERY TURTLE

by Margaret Gutierrez

This fine lady was one-half of the famous potting duo of Margaret and Luther. Margaret and Luther were siblings -- the children of another well known potting combination -- Lela and Van. Lela and Van created a very distinctive style based on multiple colored slips and paints and this style was continued and modified somewhat by Margaret and Luther. Upon Luther's death in 1989, Margaret continued to work with the assistance of Luther's daughter Pauline, but Pauline died shortly thereafter. Since that time, Margaret has continued the tradition alone creating fine figurines and pots in a most unique style. More information may be found in the Dillingham book "Fourteen Families in Pueblo Pottery" page 176.

Size: 3 1/4" Tall, 6 1/2" Long

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SANTA CLARA BLACK POTTERY FROG

by Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez

Paul and Dorothy Gutierrez have been married since 1965, and have two sons, Paul Gutierrez Jr. and Gary Gutierrez. Dorothy was born in 1940 and is a Navajo woman. Her mother is a weaver who weaves belts. Paul Sr. was born is 1936 and is a Tewa Pueblo Indian. They are very well known for their Black Mudhead Figurines. The mudheads are now what we call "Koshares" and they take part in the Indian ceremonial dances as clowns. They are made to put a smile on your face and to remind you not to take life so seriously all of the time. Paul's parents were both well know potters by the names of Lela and Vann Gutierrez. Paul has two sisters. Margaret Gutierrez, in her late fifties, to out knowledge still makes pottery. She specializes in polychrome bowls and figurines. Paul's late sister, Pauline Gutierrez, taught him the art of pottery making. Paul's niece, Stephanie Naranjo, also makes polychrome figurines. The Gutierrez family biography can be found in many books including "The fourteen Families in Pueblo Pottery," by Rick Dillingham.

Size: 1 5/8" Tall, 2" Wide

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Santa Clara Red Pottery

by Vickie Martinez

Vickie Martinez “Koe-Sawe”, Buffalo Steps, was born into the Pueblo of Santa Clara-Tewa in 1967. Vickie was inspired to continue the long lived tradition of her ancestors of working with clay from her Mother, Barbara Martinez. She has been making pottery since 1983, when she was 15 years old.

Vickie specializes in the traditional handmade black and red Santa Clara pottery. She gathers her own natural clay from the hills within the Santa Clara Pueblo.

Vickie cleans, mixes, hand coils, shapes, carves, fires, and then polishes her pottery the traditional way. Vickie was quoted as saying: “I find carving a very challenging and rewarding experience, which I am enjoying thoroughly.”

Like all good Santa Clara pottery, the high gloss on this pot was achieved by polishing the surface with a smooth stone...a very tedious process. Three and sometimes as many as five layers of slip are applied to the smooth dried work, allowing time between coats to dry, and then followed by a lubricating coat of animal fat. The fat serves two purposes: one, it allows the stone to slide smoothly over the surface and two, it keeps the slip damp. Polishing stones are highly treasured and usually passed on to descendants.

This large piece features the classic Avanyu water serpent design. Vickie signs her pottery as: Vickie Martinez Tafoya, Santa Clara Pueblo.

Size: 4 1/8" Tall, 5 1/2" at widest point

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SANTA CLARA BLACK POTTERY

by Tricia Velarde

Tricia is the niece of artist Glenda Naranjo. Her style is very similar to her aunt's and she primarily makes pots with the classic water serpent and prayer feather designs. Her pots are all crafted using traditional methods. She signs Tricia Velarde, Santa Clara Pueblo.

Size: 3 7/8" Tall, 5 1/2" at widest point

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SANTA CLARA BLACK POTTERY

by Dean Haungooah

Dean is from Santa Clara Pueblo and is the son of well known potter's Art Cody Haungooah and Martha Suazo. He is known for his finely detailed sgrafitto pots.

This piece features an intricate Elk and Sunface design. Dean signs his work "HAUNGOOAH" and includes a detailed marking on the side.

Size: 2 1/4" Tall, 3 3/4" at widest point

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SANTA CLARA POTTERY

by Karen Naranjo

This lovely piece from Santa Clara artist Karen Naranjo features intricately etched Kokopelli designs on a hand made, brown tone pot.

This is an older piece and comes from a private collection. There are two very small nicks on the side and it is being offered at a reduced price because of this. It is signed by the artist.

Size: 3 1/8" Tall, 4 3/4" at widest point

Suggested Retail $345.00 / Your Price: $255.00

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SANTA CLARA RED POTTERY

by Bernice Moquino

Bernice is the daughter of famed potter Corn Moquino, the first to use the popular sgraffito technique of shallow carving. Bernice's work has become highly sought after by many collectors due to its high level of detail blended with traditional methods of construction. She signs her work Bernice Moquino.

Size: 3 1/2" Tall, 3" Wide

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SANTA CLARA POTTERY

by Alfred Salazar

Alfred started potting at the age of 16 alongside his mother. All of his pots are made in the traditional methods and fired outdoors. His stone polishing is some of the best we have ever seen.

This lovely piece features a bear claw design surrounded by what Alfred described as slashes. It is signed Alfred Salazar, Santa Clara.

Size: 2 3/8" Tall, 2 7/8" at widest point

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