Mata Ortiz Handbuilt and Handpainted Effigy

Description

Native Puebloan Handbuilt and Handpainted Effigy by Moroni Quezada

This effigy pot was handbuilt and handpainted by Mata Ortiz resident Moroni Quezada. These wonderful effigy pots are recreations of ancient vessels that were found in and around Paquime/Casas Grandes region of Chihuahua, Mexico. It is believed that these pieces were created to depict regular Paquimanians as they looked at that time. This is a beautiful piece by Moroni. Pot stand included.