Damacia Cordero Cochiti Male Pottery Figurine with a Tortilla [SOLD]

Damacia Cordero was a legend from Cochiti Pueblo. Her storyteller figurines and animal creations were unlike any other potters' work. She was one of the most prolific figurine potters of the 20th century, yet her pieces are some of the most sought after. She made figurines with more character and expression than the majority of potters.

Here is one of her wonderful seated male figures. The expression on his face is one of bewilderment? Shock? Pleasure? Happiness? You name it and it probably applies.  In his right hand he holds a tortilla that he is offering to someone or preparing to eat.

 Condition: the figurine is now in excellent condition after having a small chip repaired.

Provenance: from a gentleman in Missouri

Recommended Reading: The Pueblo Storyteller: Development of a Figurative Ceramic Tradition by Barbara Babcock, et al.