Acoma Pueblo Modern Polychrome Pottery Jar circa 1980

Acoma Polychrome Jar with Rain Cloud Motifs

Though unsigned, this captivating contemporary polychrome pottery jar from Acoma Pueblo embodies the vibrant spirit of the Southwest. Its compact form, a departure from traditional water jars, features a striking interplay of orangish sienna and rich dark brown lines against a flawless white slip.

The design unfolds in alternating diamond shapes enclosing inner square windows, each meticulously adorned with rosette-like motifs that powerfully evoke the imagery of gathering rain clouds. Concentrated particularly around the jar's shoulder, these elements coalesce into a visually dynamic composition, mirroring the rhythmic movement and life-giving energy of an approaching storm over the Pueblo lands.

Condition: excellent condition

Provenance: this Acoma Pueblo Modern Polychrome Pottery Jar circa 1980 is from a collector in Salt Lake City, UT

Recommended Reading: Fourteen Families in Pueblo Pottery by Rick Dillingham

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