Madeline Tafoya (1912-2002) was known for her carved and polished pottery.  This is one of her classic pieces in both form and design.  The piece was made in 1986.  She was well-known for making the “engagement basket” style of pottery.  It is a bowl with a twisted handle.  On this piece, the bowl is deeply carved with ten feathers in reverse with the tips extending up to the mouth of the bowl. The handles are fully polished.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration or repair.  It is signed on the bottom in the clay, “Madeline T.”