Roybal, Tonita – Jar with Handles and Lightning Designs (1930’s)

5.75"w x 8.25"h

$ 3,000.00

Tonita Roybal is one of the great innovative names in San Ildefonso pottery.  This amazing long neck jar is simply one of the most unique we have had of her pieces.  The jar has a long neck and two handles on the side.  The neck of the jar is painted by Juan and has a angular lightning pattern. There is also his signature hatchmark designs on the jar.  The handles are also painted with design! However, what makes the jar so dynamic is the gunmetal coloration to the firing.  It is seems to have a glow from within with the overall metallic appearance.  The jar is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Tonita + Juan”.   It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.