Egg-Shaped Studio Pottery Vase with Bands of Blue and Brown tunic She is emblematic of traditional

She is emblematic of traditional Oaxacan “barro negro” (black clay) pottery - hand-shaped

The piece is in excellent condition

circa 1940

5" wide x10” tall x

Egg-Shaped Studio Pottery Vase with Bands of Blue and Brown tunic She is emblematic of traditionalWith its graceful form and gorgeous hand painted surface treatment, this hand thrown studio pottery vase delivers a pure dose of loveliness. Large enough to feel substantial but small enough to fit anywhere (or to carry with you from room to room!), it is beautifully made, and at once subtle and attention getting. Darker blue and brown horizontal striations bring your eye up toward the lip and whatever bloom it might display, while the pale, faintly