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NATIVE AMERICAN JEMEZ POTTERY BUFFALO STORYTELLER BY CLIFFORD KIM FRAGUA
Jemez potter Clifford Kim Fragua hand crafted this outstanding pottery storyteller, which depicts a Buffalo carrying a man, lady and a child.
Clifford was born at Jemez Pueblo in 1957. He has been creating pottery sculptures since 1970. He was inspired to learn the art of clay sculpting from his mother, the late Grace L. Fragua. Clifford specializes in handmade storytellers, humorous koshares, animal figurines, nativities, Christmas ornaments, and Corn Maidens. Clifford uses native clay and temper found around Jemez Pueblo. Natural pigments are also used to paint each piece. The clay and sand is prepared by drying, grinding, and sifting before it is mixed with water to produce the medium (weight of clay). The sculptures are then hand pinched, air dried, painted, and fired. His work is a unique blend of the traditional and contemporary styles, producing one of a kind pieces.
This rare 3-person sculpture is signed underneath by the artist.
Measures approximately 9” long by 6” tall.
No cracks, breaks, or repairs. Some minor paint loss.
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