Large Native American pottery vessel, Acoma Pueblo, New Mexico, c.1930s-1940s, having flared and scalloped rim over bulbous body, with painted geometric motifs, signed J.J. underfoot, approx 18.75"h, 13"diam, 6.1lbs **Provenance: The family of Alfred A. King (Texas, 1916-2006) great-grandson of Captain Richard King, founder of the now 825,000 acre Texas King Ranch.** Start Price: $300.00

9.7.23- added image of interior

9.4.23- In my opinion regarding LOT: 668- The piece stands sturdy and appears intact, a UV examination reveals some scattered small/minor divots/chips to body, some lines that do not appear to traverse the pot, there a small possible filled area that is white and slightly fluoresces, see images, interior bowl appears intact, I further note some inherent imperfections to clay, areas of discoloration, abrasions, darkening around top, and wear to decoration, see images, there is a stable flaw/crack noted underfoot, I am unsure if it goes through, the interior shows some material that may be there to stabilize it, see images, however I am not sure, please see image, I am not an expert on such pieces, so please let me know should you have further questions, no major chips or cracks observedbserved, Please see attached images for your review.