Wallace Nez is known for his intricately etched pottery.  He began to make pottery when he was 12 years old.  He won first place ribbons at the Santa Fe Indian Market in 1999, 2000, and 2001 and Best of Division at the Museum of Northern Arizona Market Show in 1999.  This seedpot is extraordinary in its detail.  On the top, there are sections etched with a realistic roadrunner and a Mimbres-inspired quail.  There are very, very tiny feathers etched into the clay.   On the bottom it is carved and incised with a Navajo wedding basket design.  Amazing detail for the size!  The piece is signed on the bottom “Wallace Nez”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.