Marcella Yepa, Pottery, Polished, Painted, Jemez Handmade, 6"

Marcella Yepa’s hand-coiled Jemez pottery seamlessly blends natural form with cultural reverence. This polished jar features a beautifully sculpted ear of corn in high relief—an enduring Pueblo symbol of life, sustenance, and spiritual gratitude. The natural clay body is softly polished, revealing warm, earthy tones that enhance the tactile quality of the piece. With its gentle curves and minimalistic design, the pottery evokes a timeless elegance rooted in tradition. Each detail is thoughtfully crafted, from the corn’s fine texture to the graceful slope of the rim. This vessel is not only a functional form but also a sacred expression of cultural memory and artistic mastery.

Size - 6" x 5"

Weight - 581.1 grams