Pueblo Storyteller Kiva Pot. Apx 8 x 6.5" 14 Figures.Chris Teller, Isleta Pueblo

Description

"Storyteller" sculptures by the Pueblo potters have become an art form to themselves.   Jemez, Cochiti and Isletta are known for them, but so are the other pueblos.   This one is quite different.  The 13 figures surround the top of the pot into which a Kiva ladder descends.  Each of the figures has her or his mouth open in song, and the Kiva ladder is prominent, suggesting a important song at that.
Sizable at about 8" tall, it is a charming and significant piece of sculpture, in native clay using the old methods for a new expression.   It has been in our collection for about 20 years.