Sofia Medina was known for the traditional style of Zia pottery.  Each piece was coil built, painted with native clays and native fired.  This jar has a round shoulder and a sloping neck. There are three two large birds on the jar.  They are each painted black.  Above them are red polished clouds that extend around the side.  The base of the jar is polished red.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.  It is signed on the side, “Sofia Medina”.