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Nez, Wallace – Sgraffito Jar with Bear and Butterflies with Bear Paw Lid (2003)
3.75"w x 2.25"h (w/o lid) or 3.25"h (w/ lid)
$ 975.00
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 jar is extraordinary in its detail. Near the base are six butterflies. Above them are etched feathers. Around the side is a butterfly medallion and a panel with a bear and fish. The detail is exceptional. The rim of the jar has etched feathers. The jar has a lid with bear paws. The piece has incredible detail and precision! It seems to be one of those pieces that the more you look, the more detail and design you see! The piece is signed on the bottom “Wallace Nez”. It is from 2003. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.
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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 jar is extraordinary in its detail. Near the base are six butterflies. Above them are etched feathers. Around the side is a butterfly medallion and a panel with a bear and fish. The detail is exceptional. The rim of the jar has etched feathers. The jar has a lid with bear paws. The piece has incredible detail and precision! It seems to be one of those pieces that the more you look, the more detail and design you see! The piece is signed on the bottom “Wallace Nez”. It is from 2003. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.