Measurements for Señor Fabian Ortiz Blue Mata Pottery:
Weight - 2 pound 4 ounces
Height - 8 inches
Width - 7 inches
A pottery ring is included.
Master Artisan Ortiz is a top potter at portraying his own interpretation of the ancient Paquime cultural designs originating in the Mata Ortiz/Casa Grandes region. His scrolls, swirls, feathering and surreal patterns are highly valued for their intricate and intense flow, all hand painted in dynamic detail. 100% of the materials used to make these fine pieces are derived from the land surrounding Mata Ortiz. The soil types for the clay and the materials for dyes occur in unique blends only in this area of Chihuahua. This is created by hand, with great precision and detail of use of the natural, native glaze. In some cases on the designs are near microscopic scale, are indeed wondrous. The artists skills are ultimate and the time to create his works is immense.
Señor Ortiz has the highest number of ribbons and awards of his generation, for his creations in Mexico City, the U.S., Asia and all of Latin America. He is a member of the next generation of artists who have been handed the baton, carrying on and evolving the mastery of Mata Ortiz. Señor Fabian Ortiz - Blue Designs - Mata Ortiz Pottery