Maricopa Bowl with Frogs by Barbara Johnson [SOLD]

Maricopa pottery making essentially was non-existent at the turn of the 20th century, but with the diligence of Elizabeth Hart of the United States Indian Service Home Extension Department, there was a revival, not only in production but also in quality of workmanship.

The Maricopa Reservation is located on the Salt River and Gila River region just outside Phoenix, Arizona. There are very few Maricopa Indians remaining, and almost no potters among them. Some of the well-known names are Ida Redbird, Mable Sunn, and Barbara Johnson.

This marvelous bowl with frogs was made by one of these better potters—Barbara Johnson. It is charmingly decorated with two frogs in relief and a wave-like design.

Condition: The bowl appears to be in excellent condition. Removal of a price tag on the underside removed a small amount of slip from the bowl but it is not visible.

Provenance: ex. coll. Frances Sonnenberg, Santa Fe resident.