Santa Clara Sienna Jar, Grace Tafoya (b. 1938)

Santa Clara Sienna Jar, Grace Medicine Flower AKA Grace Tafoya (b. 1938) Grace's intricately designed butterflies and hummingbirds remind the viewer of our delicate relationship with nature. Each piece reflects her connection to the earth, the Clay Lady, and the tradition and history of the Santa Clara Pueblo. Grace and Joseph were honored with the New Mexico Medal of Honor for contributing to Santa Clara Pueblo. Grace has also won significant awards at Gallup Ceremonials and other events. This complicated green, red, and sienna jar is decorated with fish cutouts, deeply carved, irregularly shaped top
6"H, 5.5"D
Provenance: King Gallery, Scottsdale AZ