Jemez Pueblo Wedding Jar Pottery By R. G.

Late 20th Century

2.5" H x 1.5" L x 1.625" W

Hand Coiled with Painted Black and Terricotta Colors in aBird and Flower Motif Design with Two Spouts and a Handle

In Very Good Condition

Jemez Pueblo (also known as Walatowa) in New Mexico is renowned for its hand-coiled pottery, often featuring earth tones, polychrome slips (liquid clay paints), geometric or nature-inspired designs, and traditional firing methods that can produce distinctive color variations or fire clouds.A wedding jar (or wedding vase) is a classic form in many Pueblo traditions, including Jemez. It typically has two spouts connected by a handle or arch, symbolizing the union of two lives or families in marriage ceremonies. The dual openings represent the couple, while the connecting handle signifies their bond and unity.