Southwest Pottery Trio: M. Tosa & A. Benally Horsehair Vessels View Watchlist >
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Lot # D178
System ID # 21998028
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Southwest Pottery Trio: M. Tosa & A. Benally Horsehair Vessels
This collection features three distinctive pieces of Southwestern pottery, each exemplifying traditional Native American artistry:
- M. Tosa Jemez Pueblo Pot: Crafted by Marie Tosa of the Jemez Pueblo, this pot showcases traditional redware adorned with black and buff geometric designs. Marie Tosa, active in the late 20th century, is recognized for her contributions to Jemez pottery, blending traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics.
- A. Benally Navajo Sgraffito Horsehair Pot: This piece is attributed to A. Benally, a Navajo artist known for employing the sgraffito technique—etching intricate designs into the pottery surface. The horsehair finish, achieved by applying strands of horsehair to the hot pottery, creates unique veining patterns, a hallmark of Navajo horsehair pottery.
- Sgraffito Style Horsehair Vase: An unsigned vase featuring the characteristic horsehair finish and sgraffito detailing. While the specific artist is unidentified, the craftsmanship reflects traditional Navajo pottery techniques.
Condition:
Fair, Moderate Wear, Chipped, Scuffing, Finish Wear
Chipped Paint Throughout M. Tosa Pot, Shelf Wear on All Pieces
Size:
- M. Tosa: 3" X 3.25" Diameter
- A Benally: 3" X 3" Diameter
- Vase: 5.25" X 4" Diameter
Please Note: Soup for Scale in Photo
