Garcia, Jason – “Tewa Tales of Suspense! #89 March 1694” Clay Tile

13" x 8.5"

$ 2,200.00

This is a detailed clay tile by Jason Garcia.  Jason has won numerous awards for his works in clay along with his Pueblo Revolt serigraph series.  This piece is made from native clay and painted with native clay slips.  This piece is part of his  “Tewa Tales of Suspense” series.  Each piece is inspired by graphic novels and early comic book art and the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.  This tile has the date of “March 1694”, which is during the reconquest of New Mexico by the Spanish after the Pueblo Revolt.  Here the Pueblo warrior is casting down a conquistador.  In the background are additional Pueblo warriors and conquistadors.  There are his signature clouds and flames in the sky.  In the background are more billowing clouds and note the detail in the cliffs!  Overall, Jason has created exceptional detail in this piece and great coloration!   His piece is signed with his Tewa name, Okuu Pin, which means Turtle Mountain.  This tile is hand-built from native clay.  All of the colors are derived from Native clay and traditionally fired.