Mata Ortiz Pottery Seed Pot Efren Ledezma Storyteller Coyote Ram Kokopelli Gecko

Mata Ortiz Pottery Artist: Efren Ledezma - Second Generation Hand Made Hand Painted This stunning Mata Ortiz Pottery seed pot by Efren Ledezma showcases intricate artistry and traditional motifs. Featuring a detailed storyteller piece surrounded by native symbols like Kokopelli, coyote, and gecko, iguana, the pot beautifully reflects the spirit and folklore of Mata Ortiz and the Southwest. Efren Ledezma Veloz is a member of the large Ledezma family, many are potters in the village - pueblo of Mata Ortiz In Northern Mexico. He began making pots in 1995, learning from his brother Gerardo, however a lot of his pottery more closely resembles that produced by his neighbor Manolo Rodriguez. You will find many of Efren's pieces are composed of a white clay body decorated with complex repetitive geometric designs in black and red. He also very often superimposes painted animals, like bees, birds, fish in a contrasting single color over the background. Efren has then started making seed pots and plates with lizard and turtle appliques. No two pieces are every the same. Piece is 5 Inches Tall x 5 Inches In Diameter Artist Has Signed On Bottom Of Piece I will include a pottery ring with piece I personally hand selected this gorgeous olla from the artist. New - Never Displayed Piece. Piece will be boxed, and bubble wrapped and then put into another box with additional packing materials.