^Lot 68 Intricate Polychrome Mata Ortiz Olla

by Hector Gallegos Jr., signed on base a noted artist known for his "Mimbres styling". The hand painted and burnished olla design is with saguaro cactus, coyotes, woodpeckers, and fish. Masterfully done and detailed in fine condition. 6 1/4" X5" Hector Gallegos works have been held in the prestigious University of New Mexico Art Museum Exhibit, also he has won two first place awards at the 2011 & 2009 Concurso de la Ceramica de Mata Ortiz a annual contest. Also he listed in the Miracle of Mata Ortiz and the Artistry and History of Mata Ortiz and the Many faces of Mata Ortiz books. He is a very recognized artist by galleries and collectors as being a top potter of today.