She was a niece of famous Hopi-Tewa potter Grace Chapella
Nancy is generally given credit in making Russell an internationally known artist
During the Dukakis administration she was Assistant Secretary for Social Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Detail on parts of the piece is extraordinary as you can actually see the fine lines on the traps hanging over the front of the horse and the sewing on his moccasins
1" H (17 cm x 10
Native American, Exquisite Historic Zuni Poly Chrome Jar, 1930'-1940's, #1457 SOLD #726 She was a niece ofNative American, Exquisite Historic Zuni Poly Chrome Jar, 1930' 1940's, #1457 Description: #1457 Native American, Exquisite Historic Zuni Poly Chrome Jar, 1930' 1940's, Decorated with solid and checkered triangular elements overlaid with fine line striped X form bands. Dimensions: height 10 in, diameter 12 1 2 in Condition: Very good condition commensurate with age. A few scattered inherent flaws. Provenance: The Collection of Ronald Bainbridge,