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Miracle Of Mata Ortiz: Juan Quezada and the Potters Of Northern Chihuahua, The
Parks, Walter P.

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Miracle Of Mata Ortiz: Juan Quezada and the Potters Of Northern Chihuahua, The

The Coulter Press (Aug 1994)
0963765507
| Paperback
142 pages | 213 x 239 mm
Dewey 738

Subject

  • Antiques & Collectibles / Pottery & Ceramics
  • Chihuahua (Mexico)
  • Potters
  • Pottery
  • Pottery, Mexican

Plot

A remarkable ceramic arts tradition is taking root in a remote village, high on the plains of norther Chihuahua. The Miracle of Mata Ortiz tells the story of this phenomenon and of the potter, Juan Quezada, who began it inspired only by prehistoric shards. The story, the technical information, and the Appendix describing 260 Mata Ortiz potters will be of interest to the student, collector, and historian as well as the casual reader.