
Elizabeth Naranjo, Santa Clara Pueblo wedding vase with Avanyu design
Elizabeth Naranjo
1929-2017
Santa Clara Pueblo
Classification
Ceramic
Dimensions
9 1/4 x 6 x 4 1/2 in. (23.5 x 15.2 x 11.4 cm.)
Accession Number
2025.35.30.29
Credit
Gift of Doris M. Lumsden
Biography
Elizabeth Naranjo was a daughter of Pablita Chavarria. She was also a sister of noted potters Clara Shije, Reycita Naranjo, Florence Browning, and Mary Singer. Elizabeth was known for her large vessels and deeply carved designs. She has won numerous awards for her pottery at Santa Fe Indian Market and her work is in museums nationwide, such as the Heard Museum and the Denver Art Museum.
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