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Fragua, BJ – 9″ Wide Tan Jar with Polychrome Ribbon Pattern and Lid (1990s)
9.5"w x 12"h (w/ lid)
$ 850.00
BJ Frauga was known for her classic style of Jemez pottery. This jar has a narrow base, a wide shoulder, and an elongated neck. Carved into the shoulder of the jar is an undulating band. It is painted with natural clay slips to create a cloud and rain pattern. The remainder of the jar is fully polished tan, which is the natural color of the clay. The jar has a lid this is sculpted like a raindrop and fully polished. The jar is signed on the bottom, “B. J. Fragua”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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Brand:Fragua, BJ (1962-2022)
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BJ Frauga was known for her classic style of Jemez pottery. This jar has a narrow base, a wide shoulder, and an elongated neck. Carved into the shoulder of the jar is an undulating band. It is painted with natural clay slips to create a cloud and rain pattern. The remainder of the jar is fully polished tan, which is the natural color of the clay. The jar has a lid this is sculpted like a raindrop and fully polished. The jar is signed on the bottom, “B. J. Fragua”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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Fragua, BJ (1962-2022)
BJ is a daughter of Juanita Fragua and the sister of Glendora Fragua and sculptor Cliff Fragua. She has won numerous awards for her pottery and has been featured in a variety of books on contemporary innovative potters. Her pottery is coil-built, stone polished and painted with native clay slips.