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Acoma Pueblo Polychrome Heartline Deer Jar by Dolores Lewis - C3658D
Category: Pottery | Posted by | Thu, Oct 27th 2016, 6:01pm
Dolores Lewis Garcia is a daughter of Lucy M. Lewis, and was taught the craft of pottery making by her mother. She says her ancient ancestors, the Anasazi, inspire her designs. The design on this jar is one generally associated with Zuni Pueblo. The figures are known as "heart-line deer." It has been stated that Lucy Lewis approached Zuni elders and asked permission to use the Zuni design on her pottery and her request was granted. She and her daughters have used the Zuni design for over a half century.