Overlapping Skulls - Mata Ortiz Pottery - Rare Southwest Orange sculpted fish at the top

sculpted fish at the top

The orange spiny oyster gemstone is increasingly rare as it is no longer being harvested from the Sea of Cortez

The Paquime feathers

The entire fossil exhibits great qualities of preservation

Yet this master artist has perfected the skill needed to perform this

Overlapping Skulls - Mata Ortiz Pottery - Rare Southwest Orange sculpted fish at the topHilario Quezada Jr. Artist Height 6 inches Width 4. 5 inches Weight 1 pound 2 ounces Seor Hilario Quezada Jr. developed this technique and style of airbrushing Mata Ortiz pottery,. Currently he is the only master pottery creating these. The concept of overlapping skulls is a distinctive feature in Mata Ortiz pottery, reflecting the intricate artistry and unique visual style of this tradition. The overlapping skulls motif demonstrates a sophisticated