Martinez, Maximilliana “Anna” – Large Black-on-Red Jar (ca 1905)
12"w x 10"h
$ 6,500.00
Maximilliana “Anna” Montoya Martinez (1885–1955) was a sister of Maria Martinez. She was married to Cresencio Martinez (a brother of Tonita Roybal). Anna was considered among the best painters of designs on pottery. She not only painted her own pottery but was noted for painting pottery for Marianita Roybal as well as for her own sister, Maria Martinez. The large jar is a striking shape, with a round, bulbous body. The jar is black-on-red with designs painted by Anna’s husband, Cresencio Martinez. It is the design around the shoulder that is among his most recognizable. The surface of the jar reflects the traditional firing. It is in very good condition with no cracks, restoration, or repair.
“Back in Time: San Ildefonso Pueblo Pottery 1890-1920”
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