Goldenrod
Santa Clara
Buffalo Rut
2 1/2"
H x 2 3/4" D
If you've ever been to Yellowstone,
you know that is the home of one of the last wild herds of American
Bison, also affectionately known as the Buffalo and revered by
Native Americans throughout the land.
Fall is the perfect time to
witness these magnificent creatures, as their coats are filling
in and the males are positioning themselves within the herd for
dominance.
This stunning pottery by Gloria
Garcia depicts a similar scenario where two bulls compete, while
females and calves look on. Notice the prairie dogs taking in
the action. I love this piece!
Goldenrod is the name used
by Santa Clara potter Gloria Garcia. Gloria, with the assistance
of her husband, John, creates beautiful sgraffito pottery.
Both of these potters come
from well respected families. Gloria is the daughter of the late
Petra Gutierrez and the sister of Minnie Vigil, Thelma Talachy
and Lois de la Cruz (Lois and Derek).
John is the half-brother of
Tina Garcia, Greg Garcia and Virginia Garcia. Gloria and John's
pottery collaboration has been most fruitful as they have won
many awards and appeared in shows all over the United States.