Mata Ortiz Pottery Efren Ledezma Raised Head Iguana Lizard Seed Pot Mexican Art

Description: Mata Ortiz Pottery Artist: Efren Ledezma - Second Generation Hand Made Hand Painted Amazing, Fabulous, Gorgeous - Just a few words that come to mind when trying to describe this fantastic piece. This beautiful large size seed pot with the awesome all-over raised head iguana lizards. Efren's beautiful work of art is truly amazing. 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. Mata Ortiz Pottery, crafted by artists like Efren Ledezma, is renowned for its intricate designs and meticulous craftmanship. One of his notable designs is a seed pot featuring the Paquime' design and bees, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Mexico's artistry. This unique pottery tradition continues to captivate collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Piece is 5 Inches Tall x 5 Inches In DiameterArtist Has Signed On Bottom Of Piece I will include a pottery ring with pieceI personally hand selected this gorgeous olla from the artist. Our goal is to help the wonderful people of Mata Ortiz have a venue that allows the potters to share their fabulous pieces to the world. New - Never Displayed Piece. Piece will be boxed, and bubble wrapped and then put into another box with additional packing materials for very safe shipping to the piece new home and owner. MATA ORTIZ POTTERY STORY: Is a recreation of the Mogollon pottery found in and around the archeological site of Casas Grandes (Paquime') in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. Named after the modern town of Mata Ortiz, which is near the archeological site, the style was propagated by Juan Quezada Celado. Quezada learned on his own to recreate this ancient pottery and then went on to update it. By the mid 1970's, Quezada was selling his pottery and teaching family and friends to make it and the pottery was able to penetrate the U.S. markets thanks to traders. By the 1990's, the pottery was being shown in museums and other cultural institutions and sold in fine galleries. The success of the pottery, which is sold for aesthetic rather than its utilitarian value, has brought the town of Mata Ortiz out of poverty, with most of its populations earning income from the industry, directly or indirectly. Be Sure To View All Photos Shown For Views Of The Beautiful Work. You Will Want To Add This Beauty Into Your Collection - Sure To Become One Of Your Families Heirloom PiecesInternational Buyers WelcomeOur Studio Is Pet Free, Smoke Free, Very Clean, Temperature Controlled We Do Offer Combined Shipping Costs On Multiple Purchases. Please Message Me Prior To Paying For Combined Invoice.

Price: 200 USD

Location: Tucson, Arizona

End Time: 2025-01-19T00:27:05.000Z

Shipping Cost: 1 USD