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Historic Kewa (Santo Domingo) Pueblo Small Dough Bowl - C3753.39
Category: Pottery | Posted by | Tue, Jul 5th 2016, 1:39pm
One of the strongest decorative elements in historic Kewa pottery is a black rectangular element that forms an unpainted circle. The circle appears to be the design but it is achieved by painting around it with black vegetal paint. Another favorite design placed on bowls consists of black triangles arranged in the shape of a star. This bowl is the first I've seen that features both of those elements.
This is an excellent example of the finest work from Santo Domingo in the early 20thcentury. The black guaco paint is strong and applied in even strokes. The formation of the circles in the design is precise. The bowl has an excellent patina, both inside and outside.