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Maria Martinez (1887-1980)/Popovi Da (1921-1971), San Ildefonso
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
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of compressed globular form, painted in red and black against a cream slip, with a scalloped band, surmounted by alternating panels enclosing feather and stepped designs; signed on the base: "Maria/ Popovi 766."
Provenance
Collection of Dennis and Janis Lyon, Paradise Valley, AZ
Acquired from the above in 2001
Condition
Very good overall condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
For related examples and a discussion of polychrome pottery made by Maria Martinez and her son Popovi Da see Spivey, 1979, pp. 77: "Popovi Da is a name synonymous with quality. Following the high standards already established by his parents, he succeeded in carrying the ceramic art to even higher plateaus of creativity. Many experts feel that the Maria/Popovi period expressed the highest level of Maria's genius."