What a beauty! This Acoma vessel is only 4” tall but measures 9” wide. The intricate, hand-painted geometric designs are beautifully balanced and perfectly drawn. This would be a showpiece in any home, especially in homes incorporating a modern farmhouse look, a mid-century feel, or any home that embraces a natural earthy ambiance.
Note: This piece of art is a greenware vessel. Greenware is a term used for clay pottery in its raw form and not fired in a kiln. Greenware is more fragile and porous than fired pottery. Because the clay is not fired, it provides a unique texture and gives the artist a chance to create intricate and detailed designs. For these reason greenware is often preferred by artists.
Aggie Henderson-Poncho is from the Acoma Pueblo. She first started making polychrome storytellers but used her talented skills to branch out to make other forms of pottery, including polychrome pottery vessels. Aggie is a recognized artist and has won awards from the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, Gallup New Mexico, and from the New Mexico State Fair in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Acoma Pueblo Geometric Low-Lying Vessel signed by Aggie Henderson Poncho
Care and Use
This vintage piece of pottery is designed as art. As such, it should not be used to hold or carry water, even though it is in the traditional olla style. Do not use it as a vase for flowers or as a pot to grow plants.
Do not clean with water or any solvents. To clean, dust lightly taking care not to scratch the surface. Use of water or liquid will ruin the design and patina of the pottery.