Lonewolf, Joseph – “Sunrise” Realistic Elk Seedpot
$ 2,000.00
This is an intricately designed seedpot by Joseph Lonewolf. This piece was fully polished red and then etched with the design before firing. There is a realistic elk behind a matte red (tan) sun. The elk is surrounded by geometric designs. Note the detail in the antlers! The back side has a realistic butterfly. The seedpot is highlighted with pink, green, and blue clay slips. It is signed on the bottom, “Joseph Lonewolf”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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This is an intricately designed seedpot by Joseph Lonewolf. This piece was fully polished red and then etched with the design before firing. There is a realistic elk on one side. Scan in and check out the detail on the head and the fur! Exceptional! There are two doe on the piece as it is turned. The seedpot has a lot of color and action for its size. It is from 1992 and has the yearly symbol. It is signed on the bottom, “Joseph Lonewolf”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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Lonewolf, Joseph (1932-2014)
Joseph Lonewolf
Joseph Lonewolf was a son of noted potters Camilio and Agapita Tafoya and the brother of Grace Medicine Flower. In the early 1970s, Joseph revolutionized the world of Santa Clara pottery by incorporating his sgraffito (lightly etching the surface of the clay) and incised (more deeply cut into the clay) designs in his work.
When Joseph and his family gather clay, they do it with the utmost respect. Before the clay can be taken from Mother Earth, they must say a prayer, asking to take the clay and tell the clay mother that they will take her and make her into a beautiful pot. The clay is brought home, and water is added to turn the clay into a liquid form known as slip. The slip is then strained to take out any rocks or debris, and then the clay can be dried, kneaded, and used.
Joseph was awarded numerous awards throughout his career, and his work can be found in museums worldwide. He has been featured in multiple books, including "The Art of Clay." He received the prestigious New Mexico Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts in 2009 and the SWAIA Lifetime Achievement Award.