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Introducing Mata Ortiz Jewelry and handcrafted items
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$165 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and silver pendant with drusy and snake
Jewelry:Pendants
Agustin Beltran, the creator of this beautiful pendant, certainly knows how to match stones and pottery shards. The drusy glitters with green and gold and just a hint of rust red. The pottery shard features delicate green and red designs, with a light beige background. The two very different materials look absolutely gorgeous together. Tying the two together is a nicely cast sterling silver snake, lazily soaking in the brilliance of the stone. The setting is .950 sterling silver, hand designed ...
$165 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and silver pendant with siderite and lizard
Jewelry:Pendants
This pendant will be a conversation piece that you love to wear and show off. The triangular shape of the pottery shard sets off the pattern of its design beautifully. A shiny sterling silver lizard rests above it and above that is a wonderful piece of siderite, encased in silver. The pinkish-beige siderite looks like a miniature glittering landscape. Its irregular shapes complement the regular diamond shapes of the pottery even as it provides a contrast. A graceful swoop of silver ties it all ...
$165 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and silver pendant with shell and lizard
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This exciting pendant features a detailed piece of pottery, an intriguing piece of shell (possibly conch) and a graceful silver lizard watching over both the man-made art and the art created by nature. The setting is .950 sterling silver, hand designed and created by Agustin Torres Beltran. It is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. SIZE: The pendant measures about 2 1/8" (from top of hanger to bottom of pendant) by 1 ...
$115 USDSmall Mata Ortiz pot – signed Tati Ortiz
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Tati Ortiz is the youngest son of well known Mata Ortiz potter Macario Ortiz. Tati won Best of Show at the Concurso de Ceramica (pottery competition) de Mata Ortiz 2011. He specializes in finely drawn geometric shapes and checkerboard type designs. This is a nice example of his work. Although small, it includes a variety of designs and well chosen colors. The designs wrap around the base, and Tati's signature is strategically placed into the design on one side. Mata Ortiz pottery has become ...
$120 USDLarge Mata Ortiz pot – signed Israel Sandoval
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This large pot creates an imposing presence with its combination of textures, geometric patterns and Mimbres style frogs – or possibly short tailed lizards. Handcrafted and painted by Mata Ortiz potter Israel Sandoval, it features rings of impressed patterns above and below the main band of painted decoration. Another ring of painted designs can be seen just above the base. The painted areas were left matte against the polished tan background of the pot. The artist's signature is on the ...
$115 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver pendant
Jewelry:Pendants
This shard was chosen for its symmetry and traditional design. It looks like a doorway leading to a very special place. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The traditional .950 silver setting sets the beauty of the shard off very nicely. The shape of the hanger ring complements the pendant beautifully. The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Chain is not included. Size: The pendant measures 1 3/4" (not counting ...
$150 USDMata Ortiz pottery -- two shard and sterling silver pendant
Jewelry:Pendants
The strong vertical designs on the pottery of this double shard pendant create a wonderfully dramatic effect. The designs on each shard are different, yet they work together beautifully. Each shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The .950 silver setting accentuates the elegance of this piece. The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain is not included. Size: Measurement is 2" from ...
$120 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver hook earrings
Jewelry:Earrings
The traditional colors and diamond shape design of the shards used in these earrings are complemented by its .950 silver setting. Each shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The cable design surrounding each shard sets off the colors beautifully and makes this a pair of earrings that can be worn with just about any clothing. Both earrings are stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Size: These earrings are 1" (not counting the hook) by 5 ...
$150 USDMata Ortiz pottery -- two shard and sterling silver pendant
Jewelry:Pendants
This pendant features two pottery shards with detailed geometric designs. The differing shapes of the shards as well as the different decoration on each add interest, while the Paquimé inspired design of the .950 silver setting brings the two pieces beautifully together to create a pleasing whole. Each shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain ...
$65 USDMata Ortiz pottery mini shard and sterling silver pendant
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Although small, the careful detail of the red on black decoration on this shard is absolutely beautiful. The shape and single white line of paint at the bottom add interest and draw the eye to the more subtle red design. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. This pendant includes one ring on the hanger. It is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Chain is not included. Size: The pendant measures 3/4" (not counting ring) by 3/4". ...
$150 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard, stone and sterling silver pendant
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This beautiful pendant combines two very interesting pieces: a pottery shard with almost whimsical lines (was it part of a bird?) and a polished piece of fossil, or agatized, coral. Agatized coral is rock that is formed when ancient coral is gradually replaced by agate. When polished like this one, the fossilized coral appears as small "flowers" in the stone. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The silver setting adds a fluid movement to this pendant, matching the ...
$65 USDMata Ortiz pottery mini shard and sterling silver pendant
Jewelry:Pendants
This delicately decorated pottery shard is nicely complemented by the subtle .950 silver setting. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The silver has a fine zigzag design cut into it, which reflects the painted designs in the shard. Just beautiful! The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Chain is not included. Size: The pendant measures 3/4" (not counting ring) by 3/4". This beautiful one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry ...
$150 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard, stone and sterling silver pendant
Jewelry:Pendants
We find it amazing that silversmith Agustin Beltran can take two such different materials – pottery and stone – and turn them into a single piece of beauty through the use of silver. In this pendant, Beltran has carefully chosen a stone with a similar shape to the shard, as well as vertical striping that reflects the lines in the shard. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. He's joined them together with a Paquimé inspired spiral design that is simply ...
$145 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard, stone and sterling silver earrings
Jewelry:Earrings
We love the elegant swoosh of these earrings. The bold diamond shapes decorating the shards are complemented nicely by the simple .950 silver setting and the swirling designs in the stone. Each shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. These earrings feature posts. One of the pair is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Size: These earrings are 1 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. This beautiful one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry combines the artistry ...
$140 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver earrings – zigzag design
Jewelry:Earrings
These post earrings feature fun, matching pottery shards and .950 silver zigzag dangles. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. Polished silver lines are set against a darkened silver background on the dangles, complementing the geometric design on the pottery pieces. One of the pair is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. Size: These earrings are 1 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. This beautiful one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry combines the ...
$150 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard, turquoise and sterling silver earrings
Jewelry:Earrings
The rich color of the turquoise creates a wonderful contrast to the tan and fine black design of the pottery shards on these earrings. The shapes of stone and shard were chosen carefully to create a balanced, graceful look when put together. The .950 silver setting includes two different designs drawn from the Paquimé ruins: the "keyhole", which is how the doorways in the ancient Paquimé village are shaped and the directional cross signifying the four compass directions. The shard came from a ...
$140 USDMata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver earrings – teardrop design
Jewelry:Earrings
Agustin Beltran did a wonderful job of choosing matching pieces of pottery for this lovely set of earrings. They feature an elegant tear drop design of .950 silver which dangles freely from the silver encased pottery shard. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The design of the silver setting on this and many of Beltran's pieces reflect the labyrinthine lines seen in the ancient Paquimé ruins close to Mata Ortiz. These earrings use posts. One of the pair is stamped on ...
$95 USDSmall Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver pendant
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Both the silver setting and shape of the shard complement the great black, red and beige design on this pottery piece. Although small, it packs a dramatic punch with its bold colors and design. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain is not included. Size: The pendant measures 1 1/2" long (not including rings) and 5/8" wide. This ...
$95 USDSmall Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver triangular pendant
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The triangular shape of this small pottery shard perfectly accentuates the fine details of its decoration. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The shape is carried through into the silver setting, which also reflects an ancient Paquimé labyrinthine motif; what a beautifully designed and crafted piece this is! The pendant is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain is not included. Size: ...
$140 USDSmall Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver pendant with malachite
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The carefully chosen piece of malachite used in this pendant really brings out the green details of the pottery design. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The silver setting is simple, allowing the eye to dwell on the intricate design of the pottery and the natural variations of green in the stone. This carefully finished piece is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain is not included. ...
$135 USDMata Ortiz pot – signed Chela Acosta
Home Decor:Ceramics:Mata Ortiz
The hundreds of tiny red, black and off white squares create a wonderfully mesmerizing design on this olla (pot). The graceful pattern on the top and bottom allow the eye to rest a bit before being drawn back into the geometric glory that makes up the body of the olla. It has a beautiful gleam, having been polished after the decoration was applied. The artist's signature is on the bottom. Size: Measurements are 9 3/4" tall with a circumference of 21 1/4". Condition: This is a new pot in very ...
$115 USDDramatic Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver pendant
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We love the striking beauty of this pendant. The swooping black lines on the shard are matched by the silver setting, which incorporates bright silver lines against a darkened silver background on the "wings" set on either side of the shard. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. When we look at this, we see a sea turtle, swimming gracefully through waving sea grass. Or maybe a bird, flying free in the sunny sky. Maybe you see something else entirely... no matter what ...
$115 USDBlack on black Mata Ortiz pot – Juan Mora
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The glossy polished black of this pot is decorated with flat black painted designs, creating the "black on black" effect that is so popular among Mata Ortiz pottery collectors. The artist is Juan Mora; his signature is on the base of the pot. The designs used are varied and attractive; the painting is very well done. The pot is nicely shaped, although the opening at the top is not perfectly round. This is a lovely pot that would be a great start to a Mata Ortiz collection. SIZE: This pot is a ...
$120 USDLarge Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver pendant
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This wonderful pottery shard is surrounded by the perfect .950 silver setting. The shard is a rich chocolate brown, with a detailed cream colored design. The setting features cutouts, including the Paquimé keyhole doorway design. This shard is a beautiful example of Mata Ortiz art on pottery; the design is skillfully painted with careful attention to detail. The pot that the shard came from must have been gorgeous. On the one hand it is sad that the pot didn't survive the firing process; on the ...
$465 USDGraphite Finish Mata Ortiz pot - Eli Navarrete
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Eli Navarrete is one of the finest second generation potters in Mata Ortiz. Featured in the book, The Many Faces of Mata Ortiz (pg 119), his work, according to the book's authors, "is nothing short of brilliant." This pot shows off his artistic brilliance beautifully. It is a very thin walled pot with a pleasing shape and size. The colors are rich and subtle; the eyes follow the movement of the designs and delight in the almost Escher-like interlocking animals that appear. Notice how one animal ...
$95 USDMata Ortiz pottery - small pot by Oscar Quezada Jr.
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The colors and fine workmanship of this small pot are absolutely striking. It was created and painted by Oscar G. Quezada Jr., great nephew of Juan Quezada, the founder of Mata Ortiz pottery. Shaped like a seed pot but with a larger opening than usual, it features a lustrous polished black background. The designs are carefully painted in turquoise-blue and white, which was left unpolished. This adds to the wonderful contrast between background and painted designs. The lines are clean and even; ...
$185 USDHighly detailed Mata Ortiz pot – Graciela Martinez
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Graciela Martinez and her husband Goyin Silveira are considered two of the finer second generation Mata Ortiz potters. Both are amazing painters; Goyin creates the pots and both he and Graciela paint. This one is painted by Graciela; it is incredibly detailed and wonderful. The designs are geometric, but they flow with fluid movement across and around the pot. Every angle is different; one wants to display every side! This is a gorgeous pot that any collector would be proud to own. SIZE: This ...
$135 USDMata Ortiz pottery -canteen with butterflies by Oscar Ramirez
Home Decor:Ceramics:Mata Ortiz
This beautifully decorated canteen shaped pot has a pleasing symmetrical shape as well as wonderful decoration. This pot features a variety of wonderful techniques and designs, including a raised butterfly in the middle, sgrafitto (scratched or carved) designs in the background around the butterflies and also on the rim, and detailed painted decoration. Created in a canteen shape, it includes a braided leather hanger. It is signed Oscar Ramirez on the back. Mata Ortiz pottery has become highly ...
SOLDSOLD Mata Ortiz pottery shard and sterling silver collar necklace
Jewelry:Necklaces
This dramatic collar style necklace will turn heads wherever you go. Let's start with the wonderful black on red pottery shard. The red background of the pottery was highly polished; the hand painted black designs are flat, creating a striking contrast both in color and texture. The triangular shape of the shard is mirrored (but with enough difference to keep things interesting) by the silver setting next to it. A graceful bright silver lizard shines against the darkened silver background. The ...
SOLDSOLD Mata Ortiz pottery shard jewelry sterling silver pendant with turquoise
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This pendant is absolutely striking in its shape and color combination. A piece of black on black pottery is set in .950 silver. The polished turquoise and cast snake add drama to this piece of wearable art. The shard is hand-painted-- using a brush made from human hair. The piece is then finished and polished and is stamped on the back with MOATB (Mata Ortiz Agustin Torres Beltran) and .950. The hanger is finished with two rings. Chain is not included. Size: This pendant measures 2 1/4" from ...| Items 1 - 30 of 30 | Page 1 of 1 |