Jennifer Tafoya is known for her intricately etched pottery.  Each piece is coil built, stone polished and traditionally fired. The designs are etched into the clay and the additional clay colors are added.  This jar is square in shape with a short neck.  It is etched on the top with mountain marsh marigolds, which are found in higher elevations around Santa Fe.  The last photo is one I took of the marigolds near Santa Fe.  The jar has seven of the flowers on the top. On the bottom is a traditional style avanyu encircling the bowl.  Note the shell necklace on the avanyu!  They are detailed in design and realistic in coloration.  The jar shape, size, and designs work together perfectly on this piece.  All the various colors are derived from natural clay slips.  The piece is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Jennifer Tafoya”.  Jennifer continues to be one of the leading innovative potters working today!