Cochiti Bear Storyteller
Artist
Maria Priscilla Romero
(Cochiti | Keres, 1936 - 2020)
Namefigurine, animal
Date1998
Mediumclay, paint
DimensionsOverall: 2 5/16 x 2 9/16 x 2 1/2 in. (5.9 x 6.5 x 6.3 cm)
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the David W. May Endowment
CultureKeres | Cochiti
InscribedMaria P. Romero
Object numberA1998-2-5
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand modeled; small seated bear, with front paws outstretched, and having a tiny bear leaning over shoulder and head, and two tiny bears seated in its lap; bears are slipped and painted reddish-brown, with light tan paws, and black claws, eyes, and nose, and all have mouth slightly openedThis record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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