Fragua, Felicia – 10″ Tall Clay Corn Maiden

Felicia Fragua Curley (b. 1964) is the daughter of Grace Loretto and the sister of Rose Fragua.  She is the mother of Loren Wallowing Buull and Ardina Fragua.  She learned to make pottery from Bonnie Fragua, Rose Fragua, and Grace Fragua.  This Corn Maiden is made from native clay.  The center of the piece has a sculpted pueblo.  There are three polished melon ribs that swirl down to the base. The remainder is fully painted with clay slips.  The piece is signed, “F. Fragua”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.