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.  The wedding vase has strong symmetry in form.  It is carved around the body of the piece with an avanyu (water serpent).  The entire piece is 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.”