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Five Isomeric Designs and Pueblo Philosophy
The identical, mirror images of isomeric design reveal fascinating insights on Pueblo art and culture. By Scott G. Ortman and
Joseph Traugott
62
Power of the People
Pottery of the San Ildefonso Pueblo is a beacon of creativity and expression fueled by the communal strength of its people.
By Erik Fender, Russell Sanchez and Bruce Bernstein
70
Interconnected
A comprehensive look into how Nampeyo’s Sikyatki Revival inspired the careers of Maria and Julian Martinez. By Steve Elmore
76
Revival Rising
One of the first exhibitions of its kind, King Galleries presents a comprehensive collection of Ohkay Owingeh revival pottery.
By Susan Sorg
82
Generational Ties
A new exhibition at the Crocker Art Museum explores the ancestral connections and family histories that have shaped Pueblo pottery from the 19th century to present day.
By Erin E. Rand
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An Enigmatic Creature
Insights on the history and characteristics of Pueblo pottery owls. By Rochelle Belsito
94
Soaring High
Marcellus and Elizabeth Medina’s recently completed storage jar features 96 birds, their designs honoring Zia tradition.
By John O’Hern
98
Through the Looking Glass
An upcoming exhibition at the Harwood Museum of Art highlights the artwork of contemporary Santa Clara Pueblo potter Susan Folwell. By John O’Hern
102
Earth Tones
A buyer’s guide for collecting historic and contemporary pottery with advice from experts in the field.
110
Artful Elegance
Located in the Pojoaque Pueblo,
La Mesita Ranch Estate is imbued with Pueblo art and history.
By John O’Hern
124
The Superb Six
Booth Western Art Museum hosts an exhibition honoring the creativity of six contemporary Navajo artists.
128
Hearts of Our People
Five years in the making, Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists opens in June at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
132
Into the Future
Nine contemporary artists will celebrate the Museum of Northern Arizona’s 90th anniversary, and beyond.
152
Noteworthy Selection
Bonhams’ June 17 sale of Native American art includes pottery and baskets from several important estates.
156
Great Materials
Pottery and an early Iroquois war club lead Heritage Auctions’ ethnographic art sale in Dallas.
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Strong Demand
A collection featuring Southwestern pottery, textiles and katsinas pushed Cowan’s spring American Indian & Western Art sale to $1.3 million.
