Turkey

Turkey

Turkey figurine - Modeled (solid); reduction fired; burnished surface. Turkey is standing upright w/ full fan of feathers defined by incised lines. Eyes are 2 sharp punctuations.
  • Object: Turkey
  • Artist: Unknown
  • Circa: Mid 20th century
  • Dimensions: 2 3/4" high 3 1/2" long
  • Culture Area: Southwest
  • Cultural Group: Santa Clara
  • Cultural Context: Ceramic figurines have an ancient history in Pueblo cultures. Contemporary animal forms are often made in the style (colors & firing technique) of a pueblo's pottery vessels.
  • Donor: Henry, Mrs. Hilda
  • Catalog #: 78.473