Native American Cochiti Made Storyteller with Two Little Ones--Vintage

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1993 Native American Cochiti Made Storyteller with Two Little Ones by Snowflake Flower

This male storyteller was handbuilt and handpainted by Snowflake Flower from Cochiti, NM. This man is sitting with two little ones in his arms. The children do not seem to be very happy as they listen to stories of their culture. The storyteller is an adaptation of centuries-old creations in figurine pottery. Cultural traditions and values have historically been passed on by tribal elders through songs an stories geared to teaching the young. It is in these delightful representations that the intense love of the Native American Indians for their children is most clearly shown. This is an older piece by Snowflake Flower and was acquired from a private collector.