Experience the artistry of Maria Adelicia, an acclaimed potter from San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico, whose one-of-a-kind black pottery pieces embody elegance, symbolism, and tradition. Each handcrafted creation from her 2023 collection features a glossy black interior and an exterior in your choice of glossy or matte jet-black (onyx-like) finish. Adorned with Sleeping Beauty turquoise accents, these pieces radiate refined craftsmanship and spiritual balance.
Choose from three unique designs, each hand-etched and inlaid with turquoise stones:
🦋 Butterflies & Flowers – Symbolizing beauty, growth, and transformation.
🪶 Feather – A sign of hope, prayer, and spiritual ascension.
Every piece is hand-signed "Maria Adelicia 2023" and crafted using traditional Pueblo pottery techniques passed down through generations.
⚱️ Details & Dimensions
Artist: Maria Adelicia (San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico)
Year: 2023
Material: Handcrafted ceramic pottery with turquoise adornments
Interior: Fully glazed glossy black
Exterior Finish: Matte or glossy onyx-black
Approximate Size: ~5\" wide × 3.25-3.75\" tall
Approximate Weight: 300 g (shipping weight 1 lb)
🪶 Artisan Insight
Maria Adelicia, a San Juan Pueblo artist, blends contemporary expression with ancestral design traditions. Her pottery often honors elements of nature, balance, and spiritual symbolism, enhanced by genuine turquoise inlays that reflect healing, clarity, and protection. Each vessel carries a sense of grounding and sacred beauty, making it ideal for collectors and art lovers alike.
⚠️ Care Instructions
For decorative use only
Do not expose to water, oils, or moisture
Clean using a soft, dry microfiber cloth, canned air, or a feather duster
Avoid excessive handling to preserve the matte areas and turquoise adornments
