A NATIVE AMERICAN BLACK-ON-BLACK POTTERY PLATE,Maria Montoya Martinez (Native American, circa 1887 - 1980) San Ildefonso (Pueblo), New Mexico. Of circular form, the center decorated with stylized feather form border surrounded by narrow bands. Signed Maria and Santana. Mid 20th century. Marked JKOVEA. Santana is Maria's daughter-in-law who worked with the artist after Maria's husband, Julian, died in 1953 - 14 1/2 in. diameter. Estimate $4,000-6,000
PROVENANCE:
Fenn Galleries, Ltd., Santa Fe, New Mexico Sale - October 14, 1978
