Pottery : Primo Rare Zia Polycrome Pottery "Bird Jar" by Candelaria Gachupin #263 Sold Out horse_art All the cowry shells are

All the cowry shells are in tack and the piece is in extremely good condition for its use and age which is estimated to be early to mid 19th century

The clasp has been repared

Sculpture is the most perfect expression of action

Emma was a self-taught artisan

Pottery : Primo Rare Zia Polycrome Pottery "Bird Jar" by Candelaria Gachupin #263 Sold Out horse_art All the cowry shells areNative American Zia Pottery 263. Description: Diminutive pottery jar with traditional Zia elements, a fine example of the potter's work at her peak, signed on bottom Candelaria Gachupin. c. Mid 20th C. Dimensions: 4 & 1 8 in. tall x 5 & 5 8 in. diameter. Condition: Very minor abrasions, but overall in excellent conditioin. . Candelaria Gachupin Zia Pueblo, Coyote Clan, active ca 1920 ? Candelaria made traditional poly chrome jars, dough bowls.