North American Auction Company
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New Year January Western Collector Sale

Sat, Jan 23, 2021 11:00AM EST
Lot 501

Santo Domingo Santana Melchor Red Ware Pottery Jar

Estimate: $400 - $800

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Featured in this lot is a Santo Domingo, Santana Melchor pottery jar. The pottery dish shows unique traditional decoration to the outside walls of the jar with a wonderful stain and textured geometric patterns throughout. Santana Melchor (1889-1978) was considered one of the finest potters at Kewa Pueblo - Santo Domingo in the early- and mid-20th century. She made exceptional, large storage jars. Throughout her career, she used traditional designs and is responsible for keeping that tradition alive. She was part of the delegation of pueblo potters who visited the White House in 1974 as guests of First Lady Pat Nixon. The overall condition of this pottery vessel is good with no obvious signs of damage. The measurements of this pottery vessel are 3 1/2" x 6 1/4" x 6 1/4". (30040)
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