Norman Lansing (Ute) is a self-taught potter.  He etches finely detailed designs and images of the natural and spiritual energies in his world. He mixes his own glazes to create the effect he wants depending on the story he’s telling.  This jar is thin-walled and entitled “Blue Horse”.  Along the rim are seven horses, surrounded by blue.  Below are tightly etched feathers and then larger geometric shapes.  The design are etched into the clay. The piece is signed near the base, “N. Lansing”.  His buffalo cipher is also etched into the bottom.   It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.