Vintage 1939 Acoma Polychrome Deer Heart-Line Design Clay Olla

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Vintage 1939 Acoma Polychrome Deer Heart-line Design Olla. Buff-colored clay with white slip polychrome olla. The exterior of the olla … Read more Vintage 1939 Acoma Polychrome Deer Heart-line Design Olla. Buff-colored clay with white slip polychrome olla. The exterior of the olla has painted deer with the heart-line design, a spiritual symbol associated with many activities, such as asking the gods for a successful hunt and a wish for a peaceful death. ‘Acoma N. Mex’ us written in the bottom of the jar. A letter written by the original owner describes buying this piece from a little girl in Acoma Pueblo in 1939. Letter is included. In good condition with wear consistent with age. Chips and paint loss are present. Please refer to photos for details.

Size: 7.5”H x 9”D See less