This Black on Black Dazzler Pot has delicately hand coiled walls and hand stone polished to a high shine. This is an excellent piece of art with its hand painted designs completely surrounding the walls. An addition to your collection to be proud of. It stands ~9" tall, ~9" wide, a ~2-1/2" opening and ~30-1/2" in circumference. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist Julio Pena.

Fine Mata Ortiz Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Black Mata Ortiz Pots design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is amazing to look at. The jagged lines are perfectly aligned and etched into the Mata Ortiz Mariano Quezada Pot by hand. This Hand Coiled Pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very nice example of hand coiled pottery. This Black Mata Ortiz Pot is about ~3-1/4" inch ~8" inches wide tall with a 25-1/2" inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Mariano Quezada.

This magnificent Mata Ortiz Pot is from the Casas Grandes Valley. The painting on this Polychrome Dazzler Pot is of superior quality and done entirely by hand with machine like accuracy. An array of meticulously even lines come together to create the mesmerizing pattern. It's amazing how they can sit down and hand paint these pots with such precision without any pre-planning or measuring tools. The smooth stone polished surface conceals the fact that this pot was hand coiled from natural clay without a potter's wheel. This is not a paint by numbers pot! , an addition to your collection to be proud of. It is entirely hand made and signed on the bottom by the Mata Ortiz artist Arturo Ledezma. This Dazzler Pot stands ~7" tall, ~6" wide, with a ~18-1/2" circumference, and a ~2-1/4" opening at the top.

This Polychrome Mata Ortiz Dazzler Pot was hand coiled and hand painted with perfection by master potter Bety R Guillen. This unique Mata Ortiz Pot features a eye catching dazzler fine line design all painted by hand. Bety really took it to the limit with this amazing design. A recipe of ground minerals or roots created the black pigment that was applied to the fired clay bowl pottery. This Mata Ortiz collectible work of art has a ~12-1/2" inch circumference. The natural clay pot stands ~5" inches tall and approximately 9" inches in width. Bety R Guillen's signature is etched on the base of this Hand Coiled Mata Ortiz Pot.

This Set of Four Miniature Indian Pottery is a rare opportunity! These miniature pots are absolutely stunning works of art. This set features an authentic Teissedre storyteller Mudhead from '87 and a miniature Jemez Wedding Vase by M. Tosa. The set also includes a miniature Acoma pot signed by BR and a Mata Ortiz Pot from the old days that is not signed. Each of these unique hand made pots has its own history and style. These Miniature Indian Pottery are various sizes. The Mudhead storyteller is 3" inches long, the wedding vase is 1" inch wide and the other pottery are 2" to 3" inches. You will receive the exact set of mini pottery pictured. Three of these pots have been signed by the artists, the Mata Ortiz pot is not signed.

This pottery was part of a large collection of unique Native American artwork sold to us recently by an old rancher and collector named Miller. He owned ranches in New Mexico and Kansas and obtained an amazing collection of Native American items as he traveled around the southwest. The Miller family has become good friends of ours over the years. When they moved to Scottsdale recently they had to let go of many items they could not keep any longer and we were happy to help them out.

This Miniature Indian Pottery Set is a rare opportunity! These miniature pots are absolutely stunning works of art. This set includes an authentic Teissedre Tortoise storyteller from '86 and a miniature Jemez pottery by M. Tosa. Plus, a small Hopi Pottery by RN, Rachel Nampeyo and a Mata Ortiz Pot from the old days, unsigned. Each of these unique hand made pottery has its own history and style. These miniature pots are various sizes. The miniature storyteller Tortoise is 2-3/4" inches tall, the other pottery are 2" to 2-1/2" inches wide and the smallest is 1" inch across. You will receive the exact set of mini pottery pictured. Three of these pots have been signed by the artists, the Mata Ortiz pot is not signed.

This miniature pottery was part of a large collection of unique Native American artwork sold to us recently by an old rancher and collector named Miller. He owned ranches in New Mexico and Kansas and obtained an amazing collection of Native American items as he traveled around the southwest. The Miller family has become good friends of ours over the years. When they moved to Scottsdale recently they had to let go of many items they could not keep any longer and we were happy to help them out.

This Antique 1950s Pottery is a true piece of history. Hand Coiled and fired with natural pigments derived locally in the region it was produced. The aged rusty red surface is a treat for the eye. We are not sure exactly the age of this piece. It came to us in a large collection and has been identified to be authentic antique pottery. The piece was found with the lip fractured and has been restored with great care. Any other significant chips or dings are pictured. This Antique Pottery was not signed.

This pottery was part of a large collection of unique Native American artwork sold to us recently by an old rancher and collector named Miller. He owned ranches in New Mexico and Kansas and obtained an amazing collection of Native American items as he traveled around the southwest. The Miller family has become good friends of ours over the years. When they moved to Scottsdale recently they had to let go of many items they could not keep any longer and we were happy to help them out.

These are great souvenirs and will create interest and excitement in your store. This sand painting magnets are artfully done with traditional Native American mosaics and designs. Each magnet is a true Navajo made collectible. These magnets are hand painted with a dazzling array of brilliant sunset colors, they are an eye-catcher for sure. Hand painted traditional These magnets on the back and would look great on the refrigerator, writing board, or desk. Measuring 2 1/4" by 3".

This true to tradition Chakoptewa Polychrome Pottery is a showstopper! The traditional polychrome pattern features a geometric deign that is completely hand painted and was created in 1990 by Michael Hawley. The talented Scottsdale, Arizona ceramic artist and historian, Michael Hawley has for years specialized in making modern-day ceramics inspired by techniques, methods and designs of ancient Hopi and other Southwestern Native peoples. Only hand-ground clay dug on Antelope Mesa on the Hopi Reservation was used to coil, shape, polish, paint and coal fire this pot in a firing pit the artist constructed himself. All of his pigments were made by hand from minerals and plants indigenous to the Hopi Mesas and each of his painted design is original and within the Sikyatki design tradition. This absolutely beautiful hand coiled pot is in very good condition with minor surface flaws on the lower outer bowl. This vibrant, low profile, curled rim pot is signed with the artists hallmark and date.This Chakoptewa Polychrome Pottery measures about 3-1/2" tall, about 9-1/2" around and has an opening of 8-5/8".

This gorgeous piece of Southwestern art will make a great statement above the fireplace. Brilliant hand coiled traditional black on black pottery at it's finest. Hand crafted by Casas Grande potter Tomasa Mora, this piece features a panoramic mosaic of shades of black and grey. This black pottery stands 6" tall, 6" wide, 2-3/4" opening and 18-1/2" in circumference. Signed by the artist Tomasa Mora.

This Hand Painted Jug makes for great decor in your home or place of business. This Hand Painted Vase is a great collectible. The idealized Native Mexican figure, either Maya or possibly Aztec, presents a glimpse into his traditional world. The ancient Mexican is adorned with gold jewelry and flanked with wooden artifacts and traditional symbols. In the background, thatch huts on stilts seem to light up in the evening, a nice compliment to the golden color scheme. This Mexican Vase has one spot around the back side with a ding in the paint job. A very minor issue that is hardly noticeable. The second to last photo shows these nicks with a thumb for size comparison. This jug is 13" tall and 8-1/2" wide and 27-1/4" circumference with a 1-3/4" opening.

This handmade Hopi Navajo vase is a unique and distinctive piece of pottery by any standard. A perfect mix of beauty and balance, the artist has created a one-of-a-kind vase that is very collectible. The handdrawn and handpainted graphics that the artist has created, achieve a balance and earthy elegance that is visually pleasing to the eye. The simplicity of the unadorned bust is emphasized by the intricate details of the traditional Southwestern graphics underneath it. This attractive vase is decorated around the circumference with additional American Indian symbols, in front of and behind, the Turquoise Teardrop accented spout. This remarkable Hopi Navajo vase would be an excellent addition to your Native American collection. This authentic Hopi Navajo collectible is in good condition but some has some minor degree of paint loss. There are no visible cracks or chips. This authentic American Indian Vase has a diameter of 5" and sits about 6-1/2" tall and the opening is about 1-3/4". Created and signed by Nathan B it is also marked NAVAJO HOPI 5-5-83

This is a one of a kind! This is a very desirable design from Casas Grandes Valley. Fine pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Traditional Design pot is of prime quality with delicately hand coiled walls. This pot features hand painted, hand etched images of traditional owls. This is an excellent piece of art with its symmetric shape and an addition to your collection to be proud of. It is hand made and signed by the artist Lulu Mora, and stands ~4-1/4" tall, ~5" wide and the circumference is ~16-1/2" with a ~1-3/4" mouth.

This authentic Santa Clara Indian Seed Pot is a tiny treasure just waiting for you! This absolutely beautiful, handmade American Indian seed pot, portrays three Mudhead Kachinas riding the Avanyu serpent in the low relief (Sgraffito) sky overlooking the land. The hand painted images are vibrant and sparkling with color. The lower portion of the seed pot is etched with a Pueblo building and figures inside and the blackware is finely polished. This vintage American Indian pot is in very good condition with minor scuffs and no visible cracks or chips. This handmade seed pot, made in the late '60's or early 70's, is signed with the artists hallmark, a cornstalk, and CORN MOQUINO. This Santa Clara Seed Pot measures about 2-1/2" tall, about 3-1/2" around and has an opening of 3/8".

Fourteen Assorted Southwestern Damaged Pots for Creative Reuse and Crafting

Alltribes has the opportunity to provide our artists & crafters with a vast array of broken & cracked merchandise from all types of southwestern pottery. For the mosaic artists to the home decorators, these cracked pots will make for beautiful pieces of art. This collection features an assortment of Mata Ortiz pots that are slightly cracked or noticeably chipped. As you can see from the pictures, miscellaneous colors, shapes and sizes will allow you to select and cut to your requirements. Mix and match to your hearts content. Whether you are using these pots to break for mosaics, framed art or making jewelry out of them, they will definitely suit your needs. Most pots are signed, so don't miss out on this deal of a lifetime!

This Arizona potters delight is exceptionally unique pottery with precise techniques and skillful production. Natalie uses horse hair in the firing of this Arizona pottery, which creates the shadowy, reticulated streaks that meander about the walls. This Arizona pottery is hand coiled, making Jetter's horse hair pottery most likely the only hand coiled horse hair pottery in the world, so you won't find it anywhere else! The process of hand-coiling a pot is unlike molded or thrown pots. It is exacting and intricate, so one pot can take longer than a day to complete, and definitely longer than just one sitting, making hand-coiled pottery a true test of technique and patience. The hand made quality and effort going into making just one Arizona pot increases the value and individuality exponentially, making each one of a kind piece of Arizona pottery a smart investment and a beautiful decor for a home or office. The horse hair and hand coiled nature of the pot combine to make it a true one of a kind, only found here. This pottery is about 8" wide by 5-3/4" tall with a 4-1/2" mouth and a 24-3/4" circumference. Signed NJ by the horse hair pottery artist Natalie Jetter.

This handmade San Juan Pueblo pot is a unique and distinctive piece by any standard. This incredible vase was the winner of the 2nd place Premium at the New Mexico State Fair in 1995.The artist has created a one-of-a-kind vase that reflects simple beauty and balance. The simple scallops and incised geometric lines achieve an uncomplicated piece that is visually pleasing to the eye. This attractive San Juan Pueblo pottery would be an excellent addition to your Native American collection. This authentic American Indian collectible is in very good condition and is very heavy. There are no visible cracks or chips. This authentic San Juan Pueblo Vase has a diameter of 9" and sits about 5-1/2" tall and the opening is about 6". Created and signed by the artist, Anita Souza, it is also marked SAN JUAN PUEBLO NEW MEXICO

Marbled Clay Mata Ortiz Pot

This Mata Ortiz Pot measures 18-1/4” in Circumference, 5-1/2” Wide, 5-1/4” Tall with a 1-3/4” Circular Opening.

Set of 3 Black Mata Ortiz Pottery Rings

These Hand Coiled Pottery Rings are the perfect way to put your pottery on display! This is a set of three pottery ring stands. These pottery ring stands will safely showcase your round bottom pottery without drawing any attention to itself thus keeping the attention on the pottery. You'll be getting three from this group of quality pottery ring stands. They vary in size. They come from the Casas Grandes region where the Mata Ortiz pottery is made. So, it stands to reason that these ring stands will go great with any Mata Ortiz pottery in your collection. And, if you want to add to that collection take a look at our Indian Pottery category where we have a wide selection of Casas Grandes pottery to choose from.

Reynaldo Quezada Mata Ortiz Pot

Fine Quezada Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This black Mata Ortiz pot design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is mesmerizing to look at. The lines are perfectly aligned and etched into this Mata Ortiz pot by hand. This black Mata Ortiz Pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very unique shape for hand coiled Casas Grande, Mata Ortiz pottery. This etched Mata Ortiz pot is about ~8-1/4" inches tall ~10-1/2" Inches wide, ~3-1/2" inch opening and is 32-1/4 inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Reynaldo Quezada.

Mata Ortiz Traditional Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Alejandro Cota

This authentic Mata Ortiz Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this lovely, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are bold graphics in black, accented with Grass Green paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Dark Beige colored pottery & all these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & keeps your eye moving. The pot is stone polished & you can still see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality & beauty of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Alejandro's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~5-1/4" tall & ~5-3/4" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Alejandro Cota.

Mata Ortiz Banded Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Alejandro Cota

This authentic Mata Ortiz Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are bold graphics in black, accented with deep Terracotta paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Beige colored pottery & all these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & is alive with movement. The pot is stone polished & you can still see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality & beauty of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Alejandro's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~5-3/4" tall & ~5-1/4" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Alejandro Cota.

Bold Hand Painted Geometrics Olla Mata Ortiz Pot by Mary Chavira

This wonderfully rounded Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are distinctive geometric designs wrapped around the pottery in balanced patterns. Hand painted in a warm black, it is accented with a deep Turquoise Teal Blue paint on a Marbled Beige background. The neck is banded in abstract shaped feather designs. This Olla pot features a nice stone polished sheen & you can still see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality & beauty of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Mary's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~5-3/4" tall, with a ~6" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Mary Chavira.

Contemporary Mata Ortiz Colorful Hand Painted Pottery by Yuli

This highly collectible earthenware, including this polychrome piece, is ready to add some understated pizazz to your Southwestern pottery or Artifacts collection. This Mata Ortiz pot, or Casas Grandes as they are sometimes called, is a future collectible & an affordable piece of Southwestern art. This Mata Ortiz Pottery features a hand polished, multicolored, hand painted design on a hand coiled, hand built wall of clay. Beautiful & symmetrical, it features a perfectly executed design. It is exquisite in its combination of warm reds & beiges accented with a sparkling turquoise blue color. Masterfully hand painted design in traditional style with a contemporary twist, exceptional detail combine to present a handmade pot that will stand out in your collection. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in this lovely, little pot. It would make a wonderful gift for a special friend or relative. This exceptional Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~5" tall, ~6" diameter. Signed by Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Yuli.

Mata Ortiz Hand Carved Black Pot by Mariano Quezada

A Mata Ortiz pot is a one-of-a-kind collectible & an affordable piece of Southwestern pottery & this is the cream of the crop! Made by Mariano Quezada, the son of world-famous Reynaldo Quezada & the nephew of Juan Quezada, he specializes in textured pottery like his father. This Mata Ortiz Pottery features a hand polished, hand carved design on a hand coiled, hand built wall of clay. This piece is breathtaking in its fine detail & intricate design which produced a sophisticated elegance that is sure to exceed your expectations. Clean geometric, hand carved designs combine with the shape of the bowl to present a handmade pot that will stand out in your collection. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are apparent in this large hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This exceptional Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~10-1/4" tall, ~6-3/4" diameter with a 4-1/2" opening & features an almost but not quite, flattened bottom. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Mariano Quezada.

Mata Ortiz One-of-a-Kind Marbleized Clay Large Mouth Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Luis Ortiz

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a one-of-a-kind treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this lovely, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are simple graphics in warm black, accented with Terracotta red paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Marbled Terracotta & Beige colored pottery. All of these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & the marbleized swirls of color keeps your eye moving. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Luis's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~8" tall & ~6-1/2" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Luis Ortiz.

Large Mata Ortiz One-of-a-Kind Marbleized Clay Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Luis Ortiz

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a one-of-a-kind treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this lovely, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are simple graphics in warm black, accented with Terracotta red paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Marbled Terracotta & Beige colored pottery. All of these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & the marbleized swirls of color keeps your eye moving. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Luis's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~11" tall & ~9" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Luis Ortiz.

Very Large Mata Ortiz One-of-a-Kind Marbelized Clay Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Luis Ortiz

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a one-of-a-kind treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this lovely, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are simple graphics in warm black, accented with Terracotta red paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Marbled Terracotta & Beige colored pottery. All of these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & the marbelized swirls of color keeps your eye moving. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Luis's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~10-1/2" tall & ~9" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Luis Ortiz.

Very Large Mata Ortiz One-of-a-Kind Marbelized Clay Geometric Designs Olla Pottery by Luis Ortiz

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a one-of-a-kind treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. On this lovely, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot are simple graphics in warm black, accented with Terracotta red paint for just the right pop of color. The hand painted graphics are striking against the Marbled Terracotta & Beige colored pottery. All of these elements come together in traditional, graphic imagery. This round handmade pot has something to see at every angle & the marbelized swirls of color keeps your eye moving. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Luis's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~11" tall & ~9" diameter. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Luis Ortiz.

Choice Mata Ortiz Spirit & Human Figural Olla Seed Pot by Beta Reyes

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. This beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays 2 primitive figures drawn in a flat, linear style surrounded by traditional symbols that convey movement & provide visual impact to this Olla Pottery. The 2 figures are dressed in ceremonial garb & the human figure is masked on one side & unmasked on the other. Whether they're dancing or fighting, we'll leave the interpretation up to you! A rusty, burnt sienna & black painting sit on a darker rose-beige colored background. The meticulous & labor intensive painting on this olla is impressive. The jar is stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality & authenticity of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Beta's hand coiled pot & it would make a delightful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~7" tall, with a ~5-1/2" diameter. Signed by the talented Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Beta Reyes.

Mata Ortiz Unglazed Charming Bird & Flowering Tree Olla Pot by Martha Pinon

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your Southwestern Decor. This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays earth tone colored birds flitting thru a tree that has 2 large flowers bursting from their branches. The birds, flowers and tree are presented in the low relief (Sgraffito) style against an unglazed background. The hand painted images are vibrant and sparkling with nature inspired color. The hand etched designs are stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Martha's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This unglazed, primitive, Sgraffito Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~7" tall, with a ~4-1/2" diameter. Signed by the talented & well-known Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Martha Pinon.

Primitive Beauty Mata Ortiz Butterflies & Flowers Olla Pot by Martha Pinon

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting for you! This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Pot, portrays multicolored butterflies flitting thru yellow flowers with green stalks. The butterflies & flowers are presented in the low relief (Sgraffito) style against an unglazed background. The hand painted images are vibrant and sparkling with color. The hand etched designs are stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the handmade quality of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in this hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This unglazed, primitive, Sgraffito Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~7" tall, with a ~4-1/2" diameter. Signed by the talented & well-known Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Martha Pinon.

Sgraffito Style Mata Ortiz Wise Old Owls Olla Pot by Tacho Mora

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays earth toned owls wrapped around the pot, in playful unison and 2 more spirited owls accenting the underside. The hand detailed owls are presented in the low relief (Sgraffito) style against an unglazed background. The hand painted images are vibrant against the neutral colored background. The hand etched designs are stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Tacho's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This unglazed, primitive, Sgraffito Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~4" tall, with a ~6" diameter. Signed by the talented Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Tacho Mora.

Mata Ortiz Classic Hummingbirds & Flowers Olla Pot by Martha Pinon

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays 2 vivid hummingbirds ready to sip a taste of sweet nectar from blossoming flowers. The hand detailed hummingbirds & branched flowers are presented in the low relief (Sgraffito) style against an unglazed background. The hand painted hummingbirds are alive with color, grass green & cornflower blue, against the neutral colored background. The hand etched designs are stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Martha's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This unglazed, primitive, Sgraffito Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~7-1/2" tall, with a ~4-3/4" diameter. Signed by the talented & well-known Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Martha Pinon.

Mata Ortiz Stylized Flowers Fish & Fowl Olla Pot by Beta Reyes

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a handmade treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays a multitude of stylized representations. There is something to see on this pot at all angles. From a bird feasting on a just-caught fish & a sunflower bursting with seeds, to name a couple...this Mata Ortiz pot has it all! The hand detailed figures are enhanced by surrounding geometric shapes painted in burnt sienna & black. The meticulous & labor intensive painting sits on a rosy-beige colored background. This olla jar is stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Beta's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This handmade, hand-coiled Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~6-1/4" tall, with a ~5-1/2" diameter. Signed by the talented Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Beta Reyes.

Mata Ortiz Illustrated Southwestern Symbols Olla Pottery by Beta Reyes

This authentic Mata Ortiz Olla Pot is a fully decorated treasure just waiting to join your pottery collection. This absolutely beautiful, handcrafted Mata Ortiz Olla pot, portrays non-stop traditional Southwestern, hand painting from all angles. Intricate designs flow effortlessly around this Paquimé inspired pot & there's even a hidden bird head under the base. In traditional earth tone colors, this handmade, hand coiled pot is stone polished to a nice sheen & you can see the stone rubbing marks that remains from the polishing. These markings are subtle and add to the overall quality & authenticity of the pot. Cultural expression & artistic freedom are clearly evident in Beta's hand coiled pot & it would make a wonderful addition to your Southwestern collection. This Southwestern Symbols Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~6-1/4" tall, with a ~5-1/2" diameter. Signed by the talented Mata Ortiz Pottery artist, Beta Reyes.

Black Mata Ortiz Pot by Beto Hernandez

This incredible pot truly showcases the innovation, beauty and balance that is found in pots from the Mata Ortiz area. This Olla Pot features a stone polished design on a hand coiled, hand built wall of clay, showcasing a repeating but hand drawn wave design. It is a first-class example of the potter's expertise in the subtle use of positive & negative design all around the pot. This flawless blend of cultural expression, economic need and artistic freedom has produced a unique southwestern pot for you to add to your collection. Pot stands ~4-3/8" tall and ~9" in diameter. Signed on the bottom, in the clay by Beto Hernandez.

This is a one of a kind! This is a very desirable design from Casas Grandes Valley. Fine pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Traditional Design pot is of prime quality with delicately hand coiled walls. This is an excellent piece of art with its symmetric hand painted lines and designs, with a painted lizard on the bottom. An addition to your collection to be proud of. It stands ~5" tall, ~5-1/2" wide and the circumference is ~19" with a ~1-1/2" opening.

Imaginative and creative. Amazing fine line details, an artistic wonder. This hand coiled, hand painted, and hand fired Casa Grandes pot is a unique and traditional design. Hand painted ant designs seem to almost jump off of the pottery walls. This pot is approximately 13" tall, 12" wide and has a 39-3/4" circumference and a 3-5/8" wide opening. Signed Manuel L. Olivos, Mexico. Painting is still widely used to decorate pots in the Southwest. Potters make no measurements or sketches but paint designs free-hand.

A stunning piece of art. Made from beautiful Mata Ortiz clay, legends take pottery-making back to the dawn of creation. Some perceive the world in the beginning as being first soft, like moistened clay. In a sense, this land was molded, shaped by wind, water and the forces of nature. Clay is said to come from the "body of Mother Earth" and to be "alive." Clay breathes, different clays have different feelings, qualities and strengths. Hand made from start to finish, this is a true one of a kind! It features hand painted, hand etched images of butterflies. This beautiful piece of pottery is 4-1/2" tall, 6-1/2" wide, 21" in circumference, and has a 1-5/8" opening. Signed by the artist Jorge Corona Guillen.

This hand coiled and hand painted and hand fired Dazzler pot is a unique and traditional design. Hand painted traditional geometric designs seem to almost jump off of the polished pottery walls. This Mata Ortiz Pot is ~3-1/4" tall and ~10-1/2" wide with a 33-3/4" circumference and a 3" mouth. Signed Manuel Olivas. Mata Ortiz Potters make no measurements or sketches but paint designs free-hand. This pot has a mind boggling amount of fine line free hand detail.

Fine Mata Ortiz Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Black Mata Ortiz Pots design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is amazing to look at. The lines are perfectly aligned and etched into this black Mata Ortiz pot by hand. This Mariano Quezada pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very nice example of hand coiled Casas Grande, Mata Ortiz pottery. This Black Mata Ortiz Pot is about ~6" inches tall, ~9-1/2" inches wide, ~5 x 5-1/4" inch square opening with a 31" inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Mariano Quezada.

Fine Mata Ortiz Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Black Mata Ortiz Pots design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is amazing to look at. The lines are perfectly aligned and etched into this black Mata Ortiz pot by hand. This Mariano Quezada pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very unique shape for hand coiled Casas Grande, Mata Ortiz pottery. This Black Mata Ortiz Pot is about ~9" inches tall, ~7" inches wide, ~4-1/2" inch opening with a 21" inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Mariano Quezada.

Fine Etched Mata Ortiz Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This Black Mata Ortiz Pots design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is amazing to look at. The lines are perfectly aligned and etched into this black Mata Ortiz pot by hand. This Mariano Quezada pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very nice example of hand coiled Casas Grande, Mata Ortiz pottery. This Black Mata Ortiz Pot is about ~6" inches tall, ~9-1/2" inches wide, ~5 x 5-1/4" inch square opening with a 31" inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Mariano Quezada.

Fine Quezada Pottery such as this is distinguished by its beauty and balance. This black Mata Ortiz pot design is a real eye catcher. The pattern is mesmerizing to look at. The lines are perfectly aligned and etched into this Mata Ortiz pot by hand. This black Mata Ortiz Pot has been finished with a hand polish which gives it a high shine. A very unique shape for hand coiled Casas Grande, Mata Ortiz pottery. This etched Mata Ortiz pot is about ~4-1/2" inches tall ~8" Inches wide, ~3" inch opening and is 23-3/4" inch circumference. Created and signed by Mata Ortiz pottery artist Reynaldo Quezada.

Authentic Black on Black Mexican Mata Ortiz Pot by Mario Olivas

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Mata Ortiz Pottery is the best of the best! This is highly collectible and a wonderful piece of art with a hand painted design on a delicately hand coiled wall of clay. It is a first-class example of the work of the Mata Ortiz artists in a black on black colorway. This pot features an unusual flattened bottom. This Mata Ortiz Pot stands ~6" tall, ~12-1/4" diameter with a 4" opening. Signed by the Mata Ortiz Pottery artist Mario Olivas.

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Limited Edition Genuine Mata Ortiz Pot by Mario Olivas

THE BEAUTY OF BLACK on BLACK!