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Native American
(1909–2002)
Native American
(1887–1980)
Plate
Date unknown
Earthenware
1.5 x 13 x 13 in.
Gift of the Nora Eccles Treadwell Foundation
1984.1458
The production process was complex and could require weeks to create. María and Julian’s distinctive style combined a glossy and matte surface. First, they gathered clay and volcanic ash from the land surrounding the pueblo. Mixing these materials together created the basic clay body which was shaped with traditional gourd tools. Once dried, the surface of was highly polished with a river stone. Julian, an accomplished painter and water colorist, would use liquid clay to paint the desired contrasting matte surface design.
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