This is a classic shaped jar by Juanita and Wo-Peen Gonzales.  The jar is deeply carved with a water serpent encircling the piece. It is carved in the cameo style which Juanita learned from Rose Gonzales.  There are cloud designs extending down from the neck and the horn of the avanyu is stylized.  The jar is highly polished and it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.    The bowl is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Juanita”.   It is great to find one of their pieces in such wonderful condition!

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