Martinez, Maria – Gunmetal Avanyu Plate (Maria + Popovi 863)

6.5" diameter

$ 2,800.00

This is classic gunmetal fired plate by Maria Martinez and her son, Popovi Da. Maria made and polished the plate while it was painted by her son, Popovi Da  (1923-1971). The plate is highly polished and has gunmetal shine.  The avanyu is painted with the traditional horn and clouds around the body.  It is signed on the back in the clay, “Maria Popovi 863“. The signature indicates that it was fired in August 1963.   The plate is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.

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