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Moquino, Corn – Black & Sienna Jar with Hummingbirds (1980s)
3.5"w x 4"h
$ 350.00
This jar by Corn Moquino is black and sienna in coloration. The piece was fully polished, the etched with the design, and finally, the “two-tone” sienna on the birds and flowers was added. There are three realistic hummingbirds and flowers on the neck of the jar. Below the shoulder are etched clouds and a river. The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Corn Moquino”. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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This jar by Corn Moquino is black and sienna in coloration. The piece was fully polished, the etched with the design, and finally, the “two-tone” sienna on the birds and flowers was added. There are three realistic hummingbirds and flowers on the neck of the jar. Below the shoulder are etched clouds and a river. The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Corn Moquino”. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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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.
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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.