Mata Ortiz Etched Wildlife Pottery by Alex Ortega & Vivi Silveira SWT-POT-0148 AG Food 5" W x 16" H

5" W x 16" H

This tall flared white Horsehair vase by local artisan Jim Calhoun showcases elegant Southwestern artistry with its graceful elongated shape and softly flared rim

bold black and iridescent inlay forms a sharp chevron pattern that draws the eye

The polished silver setting enhances the intricate inlay work

the cougar is associated with leadership

Mata Ortiz Etched Wildlife Pottery by Alex Ortega & Vivi Silveira SWT-POT-0148 AG Food 5" W x 16" HThis Mata Ortiz pottery piece by artists Alex Ortega and his wife Vivi Silveira features an elegant egg shaped form with a detailed etched wildlife design wrapping around the surface. Multiple stylized animals are incorporated into the composition, set against an intricate hand etched background of fine intersecting lines that adds remarkable texture and depth. The high contrast black and white palette makes each figure stand out while highlighting