Frederica Antonio calls this shape of a bowl with the inturned rim, an “Infinity Rim”.  This bowl is coil-built and as she is building it she turns the rim down into the bowl. The result is a striking appearance with the feel of the designs flowing into the piece.  She uses a series of fine vertical and horizontal lines which are then filled in to create larger images in the squares.  The bowl has large stars on the sides outlined in red and orange clay slips.  The center of each star has additional star patterns.  They are separated by rain and lightning designs.  The amazing part of this piece is the detail on the inside of the rim where it is turned downward.  Interestingly, Frederica said that she has to use a different yucca brush for the inturned part of the rim because of the angle of the painting. The base of the jar is concave, reminiscent of historic Acoma jars that were carried on the head.  This combination of thin walls, classic shape, and tightly painted design creates a visually stunning piece!  The jar is signed on the bottom, “F. V.  Antonio”.

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