“Black on black ceramic vessel”

Written By Emily Su

“Black on black ceramic vessel”

  • Maria and Julian Martinez, New Mexico mid-20th century

-Maria made the pots, Julian painted the pots

  • 20th century

  • Material: blackware ceramic, Coil, not wheel, contrast of matte black and shiny, polished black finishes, symmetrical. Surfaces free from imperfections.

Function: food container, Revival of ancient Pueblo pottery and designs -Origins from 1000 year old tradition in the Southwest.













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