Maria Martinez (1884-1980)

Of Tewa heritage of the San Ildefonso Pueblo in the Rip Grande Valley of New Mexico. Maria Martinez became world renowned for her black-on-black pottery.

Maria Poveka Martinez is probably the most famous of all pueblo potters. She and her husband, Julian, discovered in 1918 how to produce the now famous black-on-black pottery and they spent the remainder of their careers perfecting and producing it for museums and collectors worldwide.

Pottery made by Maria and painted by Julian between 1925 and 1943 bears the dual signature Marie + Julian.

This piece of pottery was inherited from the great uncle of my neighbor. This uncle, also original owner, lived in New Mexico. It has been kept in a cabinet for the duration of its life, dry climate. Purchased in 1940.

Excellent condition. No chips or cracks.

Measurements:

Height- 3 inches

Largest diameter- 4 inches

This piece will be carefully packed with multiple layers of padding. Double boxed and insured.