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This rather primitive small Zia Pueblo jar is charming in its own way.  The historic vessel wall is a little bumpy, meaning it has not been sanded smooth as have later jars.  The cream Zia slip covering the jar has a yellowish tinge in color perhaps as a result of the potter mixing something with the clay she planned to use for the slip. 

The Zia birds are absolutely charming and somewhat childish in execution which makes them even more likable.  The birds have exquisite head feathers as crowns.  The plants sport orange flowers and deep red flowers, contributing to the four-color designation on the historic jar.

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