This is a exceptional large jar by Les Namingha.  Les is a descendant of Nampeyo and learned to make pottery from his aunt Dextra Quotskuyva.  This jar is carved with a series of corn plant extending up from the base and down from the neck. They are stylized and deeply carved.  Les said he chose the coloration so that it would have more of the appearance of a bronze.  The organic coloration adds to the depth of the piece.  The shape is one that Les creates often with the high shoulder and the slight neck. There is something both modern and very ancient about this jar!  It is signed on the bottom.