Large Bulbous Red Jar made by Virginia Ebelacker in the 1990s

This large red globular jar is not signed with the name of the potter, however, there is a hand-written letter signed by Yvonne Ebelacker, dated August 6, 2019, that states:

"I Yvonne Ebelacker verify that this pot (red) 12-½" x 14" is a Virginia Ebelacker. She made this in the 1990's. This was given to Richard Ebelacker after she passed away.

This bulbous red jar by Virginia Ebelacker is a striking example of Santa Clara Pueblo pottery, standing at 12-½" in height x 14" in diameter. The highly polished clay is masterfully burnished to a deep, rich finish, a testament to the artist's renowned craftsmanship. Deftly impressed in the upper wall of the jar are traditional bear paw symbols, faintly beautiful against the red surface of the jar.

Ebelacker's pottery is highly sought, not only for its exceptional workmanship but also for her deep artistic lineage. As the daughter of the legendary Margaret Tafoya and a descendant of generations of master potters, Virginia Ebelacker continued the legacy of Santa Clara pottery with her beautifully sculpted forms and impeccable finishes.

Virginia Ebelacker (1925 -2001) was not a prolific potter because she had a full-time job at Los Alamos National Labs. She worked in metallography (the study of the physical structure and components of metals, typically using microscopy) and shaped and refined metal and plastics as a profession. She was honored for her scientific contributions on both mediums. After returning home to Santa Clara Pueblo in the evenings, she worked on pottery briefly until bedtime. She was able to be more productive in pottery making only after her retirement from Los Alamos National Labs.

Condition: excellent

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