Gwen Tafoya (b. 1965) is a granddaughter of noted potter Severa Tafoya.  Each piece is coil-built and stone polished.  This bowl is fully polished and etched. There are hummingbirds, butterflies, and flowers.  There are inset pieces of coral and turquoise.  The lid is carved so that it fits perfectly between the two sections.  The handle is twisted and fully polished.  The piece was fired a deep black coloration.  It is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Gwen Tafoya”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.