Accession Number1955/1.145
TitleOlla
Artist(s)Object Creation Datecirca 1880-1899Medium & Supportearthenware with polished slip finishDimensions 10 3/4 in (27.31 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Margaret Watson ParkerSubject matterOllas were utilitarian pots, used through the early twentieth century to fetch and carry water. The small pot bases can have a concave bottom (like this one) to curve along a human head for comfort and balance. SaraFina Gutierrez Tafoya was especially known for her large storage
ollas, most finished in the distinct polished blackware finish of Santa Clara Puebloan potters.
Physical DescriptionLarge black-slipped water vessel with donut-like belly, ridges on the shoulder, a wide smooth concave neck, and scalloped flaring lip.
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Keywords
earthenware
ollas
vessels
vessels (containers)