Description: This vintage Tarahumara / Ramamuri clay "olla" is a unique piece of Mexican pottery. The handmade vessel features raw hide ties and was crafted by the Native American Tarahumara people in the 1900s. Its provenance is not available, but it is a true collector's item. The intricate design and craftsmanship reflect the rich culture of Mexican pottery-making. This item is a must-have for any collector of Latin American or Native American art. Vintage 1900's Native American Tarahumara / Ramamuri Clay "Olla" Raw Hide Ties. Item is used and shows some signs of wear but in over all very good condition for a piece of pottery of this age. This pot seems to have been made by using the "Coil" technique commonly used amongst Native American Mexican tribes. This is to say, it was not created on a potters wheel but rather by rolling out clay ropes and placing them one over the other while fusing them together with "slip" (clay slurry) to bind the clay and form the pot. The pot was then fired in a pit, and "baked" with wood and coals. Hight: 8 inches, mouth opening approximately 4 inches, neck 3 inches, 12 inches in Circumference ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This item was purchased at auction from a collector in the Gig Harbor area of Washington state. The collector informed us that his father purchased the vessel in Chihuahua, Mexico while researching the Ramamuri tribe of the northern region of that state. He told us it was purchased in the early 1920's. No other information on this beautiful vessel is available. Shipping: We ship all items Monday through Friday and within 24 hours of your payment clearing except for Holidays or weekends. We use recycled packing material whenever possible in an effort to reduce our global footprint and to save our customers additional handling expenses. Payments: We accept payments through eBay Managed Payments. About Us: We are a small family business and professional artist dedicated to seeking out items of high quality for resale. We strive to earn your 5 star feedback for each and every item. If you have any issues with your purchase please contact us directly using Ebay's messaging service so we can resolve the issue and earn your positive feedback. Returns: Returns are always accepted and a refund will be issued if the item was not as described. Return shipping is at the expense of the buyer. Thank you for your consideration, please feel free to contact us with any questions. Have a excellent day.
Price: 102.18 USD
Location: Tacoma, Washington
End Time: 2025-01-05T17:11:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 29.87 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Tarahumara Pottery
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Mexican
Modified Item: No
