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Popovi Da deserves much credit for his influence on pueblo pottery. By having a retail shop at San Ildefonso Pueblo, he was in a position to demand only the finest wares from potters who wished to sell in his studio.  He was following in the footsteps of his famous parents in demanding the finest work.  He encouraged many potters by purchasing their finest pieces during trade fairs and Indian Market.  Much of the demand for high quality pottery by collectors today is the result of Popovi's influence.  It was not until after he passed away in 1971 that prices escalated on outstanding pottery, but it was his influence that is partially responsible for it.

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