Zia Ceramic Olla / jar

Zia Ceramic Olla / jar

Zia polychrome olla / water jar. Cream slip with symmetrical floral and geometric designs in black, red, and sienna. Lower portion of pot is solidly painted in warm sienna. Written in pencil on bottom is "B91365" "45.00" and "Zia N. Mex". Also written in pencil on lower register is "floral design" and something illegible including the letters "LVV". Pot has broken into approximately 9 pieces but has been re-glued, with three gaps under 1" each, and one loose sherd inside of pot. Vessel also has several cloth bandages used for stabilization inside. Rim is very chipped.
  • Object: Zia Ceramic Olla / jar
  • Artist: Unknown Zia artist
  • Circa: -
  • Dimensions: 10.5" H X 11.5" W
  • Culture Area: Southwest
  • Cultural Group: Zia
  • Cultural Context: -
  • Donor: Charlotte Reiter
  • Catalog #: 121.020