Virginia Ebelacker was the first daughter of noted potter Margaret Tafoya.  She was known for large sized pottery as well as her deeply carved designs.  This jar is from 1974 and it is a very unusual shape with a flared rim and sharp shoulder.  The neck of the jar and the inside of the neck are fully polished. The shoulder is carved with a cloud pattern.  Note that even the vase has a slight edge to it!  The jar is highly polished and fired a deep black.  It has a blue ribbon from the 1974 Gallup Ceremonials. The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay.  It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.  Her sons Richard and James were both known for their distinctive large pottery and today her grandson, Jason, is also creating exceptional pottery.