Description
Acoma Pueblo potter Marilyn Ray handcrafted this traditional storyteller figurine featuring a seated women holding a pottery while a cat and young girl climb about. Each element was created by hand from natural clay using the traditional coil and pinch methods, then hand-painted, demonstrating Marilyn's mastery of traditional pottery-making methods and ability to capture playful personality within her pieces.A unique pottery form, storytellers celebrate the Pueblo tradition of passing down stories orally, and usually depict an elder surrounded by children. A fun and lively piece this storyteller is unique and distinctive, one that will bring a celebrated Pueblo pottery tradition into your home.
Measures 3-3/4" long and 3-3/8" wide, stands 4-1/2" tall. Comes with certificate of authenticity.
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