Description:
San Ildefonso Black-on-black Pottery Jar and Small Plate, the jar signed "Maria and Santana", the plate signed "Marie and Santana", both decorated in a typical abstract feather design, (minor scratches to the rim and body of jar),ht. of jar 5, dia. 6, dia. of plate 5 3/8 in.
Estimate $700-900
The plate has a scuff mark in the center, the center glaze under a magnifying glass looks to have a very fine craquelure. Some fingerprint marks as well.
The jar has a number of tiny scratches on the rim, and some minor scratches in the glaze on the body; condition is ok but not excellent.
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American Indian & Tribal Art
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