Pottery - Santa Clara Avanyu Serpent by Mary Cain, CBJW-02
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A Santa Clara pot with Avanyu Serpent by Mary Cain (1915-2010). This pot has a deep carve of the Avanyu serpent with a nice polish. The Avanyu Serpent is a well know theme seen in Pueblo art. It is the guardian of water resources. There are oral traditions that are tied to the function origins and meaning of the serpent. It is mostly seen as the bringer of rain especially in the Southwest. It measures 4.5 inches in width and in height. This piece is in excellent condition. It is signed on the bottom.
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