Lot 1015

Marvin and Frances Martinez, SDP, and Alonso Black on Black Pottery

Sold June 27, 2025

Price realized
$105

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $175-250

Artist: Marvin and Frances Martinez, SDP, and Alonso 

Title: Black on Black Pottery

Origin: South West America, New Mexico, Pueblo, San Ildefonso

Medium: Earthenware

Dimensions: Feather Designed Pot- 3.5×2.5in

Condition: No visible cracks or chips

Additional Information: A Pueblo black on black feathered designed piece of pottery made by Marvin and Frances Martinez. Majority of the pot is a shiny black except for the upper band which is matte black with the shiny black feather design in the center. The pot is signed and has the location on the bottom.

The second black on black piece is decorated with a geometric tassel design around the edge. The pot is a miniature piece and signed by the artist S. D. P.

The third piece is a black on black piece of pottery with a carved out wave design. The raised part of the intaglio carved sculpture is smooth and shiny while the carved areas are matte black. The bottom is signed by the artist although, it is eligible. 

The fourth piece is a black on black pot decorated with geometric shapes. The pot has a wide body and wide opening. The piece is from Santa Clara and the bottom is hand signed.  

Lot details

Lot
1015
Closed
June 27, 2025

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