Daryl Whitegeese is known for his use of classic Santa Clara forms and his amazing polished surfaces.  This jar is one of the few melon jars he has ever made!  The jar is carved with 16 evenly spaced melon ribs. One of the difficulties with melon ribbed vases is to get the ribs both evenly spaced horizontally, as well as to have them gradated in size from the neck to the base.  It is this symmetry that adds to the overall appearance and beauty of the vessel.   This jar is fully polished red and it fired to a striking coloration.  Note as well the rim of the jar, which is very sharp and one of the characteristics of Daryl’s pottery.  The jar is also polished inside the neck, which adds another level of complexity to the piece.  The stone polished surface, the traditional firing and the unassuming complexity of the form make this an exceptional piece by this award winning potter!