Historical Era, Acoma Pueblo Pottery Cup, Likely early tourist souvenir piece
$45.00
I believe this eye-catching, little, unsigned, Acoma Pueblo Pottery Cup dates from the Historic era (made before 1950) in pueblo pottery. The condition of the piece, style of motif and aged patina of the paint are all consistent with a piece from the 1930's. The cup stands approx. 2 1/4 inches tall, diameter of the lip is approx. 2 1/8 inches, diameter of the base is approx. 1 inch. For its age, the piece is in good condition. There are a number of small chips on the rim, but no cracks or repairs are observed. There is minor paint loss mainly on the base and accumulated dirt and grime all appropriate for age and use. The paint remains clear with a nice patina of age, the colors are consistent with traditional Acoma red, white and black. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
I believe this eye-catching, little, unsigned, Acoma Pueblo Pottery Cup dates from the Historic era (made before 1950) in pueblo pottery. The condition of the piece, style of motif and aged patina of the paint are all consistent with a piece from the 1930's. The cup stands approx. 2 1/4 inches tall, diameter of the lip is approx. 2 1/8 inches, diameter of the base is approx. 1 inch. For its age, the piece is in good condition. There are a number of small chips on the rim, but no cracks or repairs are observed. There is minor paint loss mainly on the base and accumulated dirt and grime all appropriate for age and use. The paint remains clear with a nice patina of age, the colors are consistent with traditional Acoma red, white and black. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
I believe this eye-catching, little, unsigned, Acoma Pueblo Pottery Cup dates from the Historic era (made before 1950) in pueblo pottery. The condition of the piece, style of motif and aged patina of the paint are all consistent with a piece from the 1930's. The cup stands approx. 2 1/4 inches tall, diameter of the lip is approx. 2 1/8 inches, diameter of the base is approx. 1 inch. For its age, the piece is in good condition. There are a number of small chips on the rim, but no cracks or repairs are observed. There is minor paint loss mainly on the base and accumulated dirt and grime all appropriate for age and use. The paint remains clear with a nice patina of age, the colors are consistent with traditional Acoma red, white and black. Please carefully review photos for full perspective.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
The Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico is one of the oldest pueblo's, referred to as "Sky City" it has been populated since at least 1100. These first nations peoples made pit fired pottery vessels for use in everyday life for centuries, decorating them with designs that have passed to current generations of pueblo artists. In the 1920-1930's the American West became a popular destination for those able to travel. The arrival of tourists opened markets for Acoma potters to sell pieces that had previously been utilitarian as collectible art. Places like the Fred Harvey Hotel at the train station in Albuquerque provided a captive market for sales of these pieces. Artists responded to tourist requests for types of pieces and a industry was born creating pieces that are sought around the world today.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.