Twelve Piece Nacimiento Set by Stella Teller from Isleta Pueblo [SOLD]
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- Category: Figurines
- Origin: Isleta Pueblo, Tue-I
- Medium: clay, pigments
- Size:
3-¼” height of tallest figurine - Item # C4883E SOLD
This twelve-piece Nacimiento set by Stella Teller from Isleta Pueblo is a beautifully crafted reflection of Pueblo life, rendered in polychrome shades of gray, tan, and white. Each figure is meticulously slip-painted and polished, achieving a soft, earthy finish that enhances the scene's warmth and intimacy. The Holy Family is surrounded by animals emblematic of everyday Pueblo life, including a lamb, pig, cow, sheep, ram, and donkey, each depicted with lifelike details that lend a sense of familiarity and charm. The three wise men, offering gifts of moccasins, a blanket, and heart-shaped turquoise, add a touch of reverence, symbolizing respect and blessings. Teller's work captures the essence of the nativity story while honoring Pueblo culture and tradition. This set was purchased by the current owners in 1992.
Condition: excellent condition
Provenance: this Twelve Piece Nacimiento set by Stella Teller from Isleta Pueblo is from the collection of a New Mexico family
Recommended Reading: Nacimientos - Nativity Scenes by Southwest Indian Artisans by Guy and Doris Monthan
TAGS: figurines, Isleta Pueblo, pottery, Navajo, Apache, Hopi, Chris, Mona, Robin, Stella Teller
- Category: Figurines
- Origin: Isleta Pueblo, Tue-I
- Medium: clay, pigments
- Size:
3-¼” height of tallest figurine - Item # C4883E SOLD
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