The Pottery of Mata Ortiz

Mata Ortiz pottery ranks among the finest contemporary ceramics found anywhere in the world. Collections are housed in renowned museums throughout North America. Each pot is made from locally dug clay. The Mata Ortiz clay is very plastic and has high resistance to the thermal shock during a firing.

Mata Ortiz pottery is similar to the work of Native American artists in the Southwestern United States. Pieces vary from those which focus on traditional designs to pots in which innovative style is featured.