Olla Maiden Todd Poncho Vintage Native American Zuni Beadwork Kachina

  

Native American Zuni Beadwork Olla Doll Todd Poncho Vintage Kachina. Handmade Signed Traditional Collectible Art. Zuni artist Todd Poncho beaded this fabulous Olla Doll (woman with an earthen pot) with a great degree of detail.

Part of a private Pueblo collection that is being dispersed. This piece depicts traditional Zuni attire with the pot attached to the head.

A wonderful addition to your Zuni beadwork, Pueblo Kachina, or Native American art collection. Mixed Media: Czechoslovakian Seed Beads, Leather, Peyote Stitch over carved wooden form.

Zuni beadwork has evolved from tourist souvenirs to detailed pieces of folk art. First, the Zuni artists carve a wooden form, then they bead over it, using the peyote stitch and seed or glass beads. With a continuous strand, Zuni beaders meticulously create beautiful patterns throughout their beadwork. Zuni is the largest Pueblo community in New Mexico. The Zuni economy depends heavily on the production and sale of traditional and contemporary arts and crafts.

Zuni Pueblo artists are known worldwide for their fine jewelry, distinguished pottery, unique fetish carvings, and much more. This Olla Maiden is a Olla Maiden Zuni katchina doll dressed traditionally. These dolls were originally made beginning in the early 1900s.

Some were made by wrapping of clothing to make the base to weave the bead strand around. A unique piece to add to your collection.

Awesome Olla Kachina Hand Crafted from beads. Intricate detail throughout this little Southwestern art masterpiece. Order her now and Discover the Magic of Zuni Bead work.

This vintage Native American Zuni beadwork Kachina doll by Todd Poncho is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship. Handmade by a skilled artisan from the Zuni Pueblo, this piece is rich with cultural significance and history. The intricate beadwork and attention to detail on the Olla Doll are exquisite, showcasing the artisan's dedication to his craft.

The ownership history of this Kachina doll is not available, but its Provenance adds to its allure. This item is a must-have for collectors of Native American beadwork and enthusiasts of cultural art. The artisan's skill and dedication to preserving the traditions of his tribe are evident in this piece.