Elizabeth Medina #8819

$550.00

As Anthony has explained, “Zia Pueblo has a long and beautiful history of producing some of the most exquisite pottery before the 20th century. In the periods before 1900, Zia pottery exhibited intricate and magnificent designs such as those during the Trios period. Jars from Zia Pueblo dating from 1820 to 1860 have been designated with the Trios Polychrome classification. Designs towards the end of this period began to show simplification of style. They retained the double line capped spirals without including some of the other embellishments” This new piece from Elizabeth Medina is a re-interpretation of an old Zia design. Marcellus said,” The geometric designs were used when the People migrated down from Mesa Verde to Chaco Canyon. “ It is wonderfully painted.

7 1/2” high by 7 1/2” wide

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Elizabeth and Marcellus Medina

Zia

Elizabeth and Marcellus Medina are terrific potters working in Zia Pueblo today. Originally from Jemez, Elizabeth has lived in Zia Pueblo since 1978 and learned the art of traditional pottery-making from her mother-in-law, Sofia Medina. Marcellus (b. 1954) is a self-taught painter who works in watercolors and acrylics. Marcellus is a grandson of Juanita Pino, and a son of Sofia and Rafael Medina. His style is influenced by the work of his uncle, JD Medina. Oftentimes, the husband-and-wife team collaborate to create their traditional pottery. They still collect the natural clays, and mineral and vegetal paints. They also continue to use traditional firing methods. In their pottery collaborations, Elizabeth coils their pots by hand and Marcellus paints the stunning, detailed designs onto each piece. They have received many accolades and awards over the years at Indian Market in Santa Fe as well as other Native art shows.

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