Angie Yazzie Taos Pueblo Black Micaceous Bear Fetish Jar with Cat’s Eye Cabochon

Description

Signed Angie Yazzie Taos Pueblo on bottom. The vessel is made from traditional micaceous clay, which is durable and has a natural shimmer due to tiny mica flakes. The dark, almost black, finish is achieved through a reduction firing process, a common method for creating traditional utilitarian pots in Northern New Mexico pueblos. The applied bear figure is a traditional symbol of strength and courage in Native American culture. The unique addition of a gemstone inset in the bear’s back is a contemporary artistic choice, linking traditional pottery with the use of natural materials often seen in bear fetishes from other Southwestern tribes. Angie Yazzie is an award-winning master potter renowned for her exceptionally thin-walled micaceous clay pieces. She was taught traditional techniques by her mother and grandmother and is known for creating large jars and bowls. 5″ x 5.75″ x 5.75″