Mata Ortiz Handbuilt and Handpainted Seed Pot

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Mata Ortiz Handbuilt and Handpainted Seed Pot by Jocelyne Ortiz

This spectacular seed pot has a mirror-like black base with beautiful geometric painting. In the fall the women would take the seeds for next Spring and place them in these pots and then stack them. These pots would be placed in the corner of their home, stacked so the bottom of one pot would seal the top of the other. This storage technique would save space and keep the rodents from ruining next years' seed crop. This piece was handbuilt and handpainted by Mata Ortiz resident Jocelyne Ortiz. Pottery ring included.