Margaret Tafoya
Pueblo potter and traditional artisan
Born
August 13th, 1904
120 years ago
Died
2001
24 years ago — 97 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A member of the Santa Clara Pueblo, an influential potter specialized in traditional Pueblo pottery. Techniques included hand-coiling and complex decorative elements, often inspired by ancestral designs. Worked primarily with local clay and natural pigments to create functional and artistic vessels. Received numerous awards for pottery, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Pueblo peoples. Contributed to the preservation and promotion of Native American pottery traditions through her intricate craftsmanship. Active in the art community until her death in 2001.
Won the prestigious Arizona State Fair Art Award
Pioneered techniques in blackware pottery
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