{"title":"Browning, Florence Chavarria","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlorence Chavarria Browning (born 1931)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a respected \u003cstrong\u003eSanta Clara Pueblo\u003c\/strong\u003e potter from one of the most accomplished blackware families in the Pueblo pottery world. Her mother was \u003cstrong\u003ePablita Chavarria\u003c\/strong\u003e, a major matriarch of carved blackware, and Florence is one of \u003cstrong\u003efive sisters\u003c\/strong\u003e—all recognized potters—including \u003cstrong\u003eClara Shije, Reycita Naranjo, Mary Singer, and Elizabeth Naranjo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Trained in traditional hand‑coiled techniques, she became known for \u003cstrong\u003edeeply carved blackware\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring classic Santa Clara motifs such as the \u003cstrong\u003eAvanyu (water serpent)\u003c\/strong\u003e and geometric band designs. Her pieces are noted for their \u003cstrong\u003eprecise carving\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehighly polished surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the high technical standards of her family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"santa-clara-pueblo-black-pottery-by-florence-brawning","title":"Santa Clara Pueblo Black Pottery By Florence Chavarria Browning","description":"\u003cp\u003eMid\/Late 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.25\" H x 5.125\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Coiled Blackware with Deep Carved Water Serpent Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a Private Colorado Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorence Browning (born 1931) is a respected Santa Clara Pueblo potter from a renowned family of artisans. She is the daughter of Pablita Chavarria (a matriarch known for carved blackware) and one of five sisters—all accomplished potters—including Clara Shije, Reycita Naranjo, Elizabeth Naranjo, and Mary Singer. The family is famous for traditional blackware, often featuring deeply carved (incised or sgraffito) designs like the avanyu (water serpent), geometric patterns, or other motifs. Florence specialized in traditional carved Santa Clara pottery, though she produced less during her years working for the Indian Health Service; she later became more prominent and demonstrated techniques at places like Bandelier National Park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanta Clara Blackware is made using a reduction-firing technique (smothering the fire with materials like dung to limit oxygen), turning the clay a deep, glossy black with polished surfaces and contrasting matte carved areas. The water serpent (Avanyu) is a sacred Tewa\/Pueblo motif symbolizing water, life, renewal, clouds, lightning, and guardianship. It often appears as a horned or plumed serpent with flowing, curved lines. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47424991920293,"sku":"22-0193","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/22-0193_2.jpg?v=1769202520"},{"product_id":"santa-clara-pueblo-pottery-by-florence-naranjo","title":"Santa Clara Pueblo Pottery By Florence Browning","description":"\u003cp\u003eMid\/Late 20th Century\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.9375\" H x 3\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Coiled Clay Black Small Bowl with Deep Carving of Geometric Designs and Signed Florence Santa Clara \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47682251948197,"sku":"5224-1513","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/5224-1513_5.jpg?v=1775148745"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/collections\/th.webp?v=1791586495","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/collections\/browning-florence-chavarria.oembed","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}