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WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER THESE ONE-OF-A-KIND CREATIONS BY NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISANS

NATIVE AMERICAN ANGEL FIGURE

This peaceful and praying Native American Angel Figure was handmade by potter Chrislyn Fragua. She carries on the family tradition and has been making pottery figures and storytellers since the age of twelve when her mother Linda Lucero-Fragua taught her how to find the clay from the hills of their Jemez pueblo.  Chrislyn's favorite part of the artist process is the natural formation of the figure and this Angel is the perfect addition to any Native American Art or Christmas collection. Each Angel varies slightly as they are one of a kind art. Approx. 6" tall. 160.00

HAND CARVED FIGURES, CHOOSE ST. FRANCIS OR SAN YSIDRO

These handsome wooden figures were hand carved in Northern New Mexico, USA by Navajo folk artist Larry Juaquez.  Known for his traditional folk art carvings of Nativities, Coyotes, Saints, Angels, Larry utilizes the cottonwood he gathers from the banks of the Rio Grande making each unique piece a great addition to any authentic New Mexico art collection. Choose St. Francis (4" tall) or San Isidro (4 3/4" tall).

ACOMA SEED POT  WITH NUMEX ESPANOLA CHILE SEEDS, DESIGN VARIES

 Acoma Pueblo Hand Coiled Seed Pot featuring geometric designs. Historically, Native Americans used pots like this to store seeds over the winter to plant in the following year and the small opening protected the seeds from pests and spillage. Each pot will vary slightly as these are one of a kind pieces of art. Approx. 3" across. Includes a packet of NuMex Espanola Improved Chile Seeds, the pepper which was grown on the International Space Station.39.95

NATIVE AMERICAN STORYTELLER CRECHE

American Storyteller Nativity Creche reflects the traditions of ancient Indian storytellers.  Incredible craftsmanship of the New Mexican Native American artist and potter Chrislyn Fragua and features 10 figures, one adobe stable wall and a kiva ladder.  It is the perfect addition that carries on the family tradition who have been making pottery figures and  storytellers since the age of twelve when her mother Linda Lucero-Fragua taught her how to find the clay from the hills of their Jemez pueblo. Chrislyn's favorite part of the artist process is the natural formation of the figure and this Nativity is the perfect addition to any Native American Art or Christmas collection. Each figure is hand formed from clay and fired over an open flame then delicately detailed in warm rich tones reminiscent of Pueblo dress. Each Nativity varies slightly as they are one of a kind art. A New Mexico Catalog Exclusive and Collectors Choice Award, as this is a lost art and will only increase in value over time. Each piece is signed by the Artist. Set of 10 figures 2 1/2”� tall. Twelve piece Nativity. LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE. $299.00

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RETABLOS BY LYNN GARLICK

New Mexico Catalog has been proud to offer local artisan Lynn Garlick's retablos and ornaments since the late 1990s.   Moved by the sacred art of the retablo paintings and the santeros (saint makers) who made them, Lynn started creating them herself in 1993.  Based in Taos, NM, she paints her original designs on traditional ponderosa pine planks and for reproduction pieces she decoupages high quality prints of her original watercolor and oil paintings onto pine boards. Choose: San Isidro Retablo for Farmers and Gardeners (1107-B), Saint Francis Retablo (1107-D), San Pasqual Retablo for Cooks with One Ristra (1107-C) or San Pasqual Retablo for Cooks with Three Ristras (1107-A).