Richard Smith (1955 - )

Richard Zane Smith does not market himself as an American Indian although he can document his Wyandotte heritage. He bases his work, however, on the ancient corrugated wares of the Southwest cultures. He uses thin coils as the foundation for his vessels, and then departs tradition in the use of polychrome designs on the surface. From a distance, his pieces appear more like basketry than pottery. His vessel walls are extremely thin: a feat very difficult to attain.

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