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

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1990s Native American Cochiti Made Storyteller with Ten Little Ones by Martha Arquero (1944- )

This larger, classic storyteller was handbuilt and handpainted by Martha Arquero from Cochiti, NM. This woman is sitting with ten little ones all in her arms. The children all seem to be enjoying listening to her 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 Martha and was acquired from a private collector.