Laguna Pueblo Pottery

Laguna Pueblo
Pueblo Pottery Maine presents both traditional and contemporary pottery by Laguna artists Gladys "Sratyu'we" Paquin, Andrew Padilla, Jr., Sherrel Pedro, Robert Kasero, Pat Valentia, Michael Kanteena, and Marquis Dann-Lente.

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Michael Kanteena began to develop this style of work several years ago. Wishing to learn about his ancient roots, which he knew went back to New Mexico's Chaco Canyon (the Anasazi culture), he began collecting archeological catalogues of pottery forms. Through extensive study, trial and error, and even consultation with archaeologists, he developed a pottery that is remarkably close recreations of the Chacoan and Mesa Verde potteries. He refers to his work as "Contemporary and Pre-Columbian Recreations in Clay". Scratches, dings, dents, chips - just like the real antiquities. At top is a ram effigy mug with handle measuring 5 inches tall by 6 inches deep and 3 inches wide. A unique piece with many extra and elaborate design elements. Your cost $325 ~ Item #L205.

At left is one of Michael's full size koshare katsina which are not easy to come by. Wonderful character and spirit guide to keep laughter and learning in your life. Measures 11 inches tall by 3 inches wide. Your price $300 ~ Item #L194.SOLD

Recently his studies have expanded to the Mimbres and ancient Mexican Indian forms where human and animal effigies are common. Most recently he has worked with some ancient Hopi designs. Michael has received several awards of recognition for his work including First Place at the Gallup Inter-tribal Ceremonials for the last three years. He has received recognition in Southwest Art Magazine and his work appears in several galleries throughout the Southwest and at the Wheelwright Museum of Santa Fe.

At right is what Michael considers a miniature. This bird cup measures 3.75 inches tall by 4.5 inches wide (beak to handle). Your price $100 ~ Item #L214.SOLD

At left is a "twig antler' full-bodied deer measuring 6 inches tall (to the ears) by 6.25 inches long. Your price $150 ~ Item #L238.

At right, is a traditional sized bird with head feather that measures 5.75 inches tall by 6.75 inches wide. Your price $150 ~ Item #L216.

At left is a recreation of a Hopi kachina measuring 10.5 inches tall by about 3.5 inches wide. Your price $300 ~ Item #L195. SOLD

At right is a chubby "twig antler" deer measuring 5 inches tall by 7 inches long. Your price $150 ~ Item #L237 SOLD

At left is a pot (as in belly) body deer measuring 6.75 inches tall by 4 inches wide. Your price $150 ~ Item #L236.

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At bottom is the king stag of our herd. A very impressive piece measuring 10.5 inches tall (to the ears) by 3.25 inches wide. Great detail from the band of running elk at the bottom of the piece to the sculptured collar around its neck. This is a very unique piece and would be a great addition to your display of Native American collectibles. Your price $225 ~ Item #L239. Click here to see an enlargement.

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Calvin Analla has been an active potter since the 1980s working with traditional ollas, jars, bowls and canteens. He exhibits at the Santa Fe Market regularly and his work is carried by Native American Collections Inc. in Denver, Colorado, and the Andrea Fisher Gallery in Santa Fe. His work is published in Dr. Gregory Schaaf’s “Southern Pueblo Pottery: 2000 Artist Biographies” His favorite designs are leaves, clouds and rainbirds. Although not highly  publicized, his work is highly valued and collected.

This is an estate pot originally purchased a few years ago. It is in excellent condition and features black graphics on a marbleized background. It measures 7.5 inches high by 6.5 inches wide. Your price $725 ~ Item #L241. Click here to see an enlargement.

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I never expected to encounter prices from a gallery in Maine that beat the prices I can get here in Santa Fe. It’s great!
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