Moquino, Corn – Black and Sienna Jar with Avanyu, Quail, and Butterflies (1990s)
$ 400.00
This water jar by Corn Moquino is black and sienna in coloration. The piece was fully polished, and then etched with the design. There is an avanyu and quail above the shoulder. Below the shoulder are butterflies and flowers. The bodies of the quail, the butterfly wings, and the flowers, are all two-toned sienna after the firing. The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Corn Moquino”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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This water jar by Corn Moquino is black and sienna in coloration. The piece was fully polished, and then etched with the design. There are feathers etched around the neck of the jar. Around the body of the piece are four butterflies and flowers. The butterflies and center of the flowers are two-toned sienna after the firing. The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Corn Moquino”. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
Brand
Moquino, Corn (1929-2016)
Corn Moquino began making pottery in 1963. He was the son of Benina Moquino (Zia) and a Hopi father. He was married to Christine Herrara (Santa Clara) and created sgraffito pottery at Santa Clara Pueblo. His children Bernice, Melvin, Marvin, James, and Michael are all potters.