A Santa Clara pot with Avanyu Serpent by Mary Cain (1915-2010). This pot has a deep carve style with a high polish. The serpent is a common theme used in Pueblo cultures because this deity is the guardian of water resources. This piece measures 5 inches wide and 4 inches in height. It is in excellent condition.
Mary Cain was a renowned Santa Clara Potter who actively created traditional pottery from the 1930's until just before she died in 2010.