William Yazzie (Navajo) is known for his detailed pottery designs.  He is a brother-in-law to noted potter Bob Lansing.  Williams taught Bob the techniques of etching and painting pottery.  This jar has a low shoulder and sloping sides. Below the shoulder are etched bird wings.  Around the shoulder are two deeply etched mountain lions. They are VERY realistic in style. Separating them are swirling feather and cloud patterns.  The neck of the jar has etched feathers.  The jar is striking in color and design.   It is a complex jar in design.  The designs are highlighted with various colors.  It is signed on the bottom, “William Yazzie”.  It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, restoration, or repair.