Medina, Marcellus – Jar with Buffalo Dancer and Buffalo Maiden (2001)
$ 500.00
Marcellus Medina is known for his contemporary painted pottery. The jar is made by his wife, Elizabeth Medina. Marcellus has painted on the surface with acrylic. The jar is intricately painted with two dancers. There is a Buffalo Dancer, and the Buffalo Maiden. The detail in each figure from the position of the legs to the realism of the feather feathers is amazing. Check out the precision of the painting of the turquoise necklace on the Buffalo Maiden! Separating each figure is a classic Zia feather and cloud design. The jar is signed on the bottom, “M. Medina”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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Marcellus Medina is known for his contemporary painted pottery. The jar is made by his wife, Elizabeth Medina. Marcellus has painted on the surface with acrylic. The jar is intricately painted with two dancers. There is a Buffalo Dancer, and the Buffalo Maiden. The detail in each figure from the position of the legs to the realism of the feather feathers is amazing. Check out the precision of the painting of the turquoise necklace on the Buffalo Maiden! Separating each figure is a classic Zia feather and cloud design. The jar is signed on the bottom, “M. Medina”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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Medina, Marcellus (1954-2026)
Marcellus Medina was a grandson of Juanita Pino, a son of Sofia and Rafael Medina and the husband of Elizabeth Medina. He was well known for his paintings. His style is influenced by the work of his uncle, JD Medina. His interest was to portray both spiritual and social life at Zia Pueblo. When he worked on pottery, Elizabeth made the pieces, and he painted the surface. He won numerous awards at Santa Fe Indian Market and other events.