Maria and Popovi Small Plate with Feather Design Basketry Trays The elk is so large

The elk is so large that he has almost stepped out of the bag

The two other stones are oval

The name was soon shortened to the Art Silver Shop (1918) and their makers mark was adjusted to SAS

This is one of those kind of artifacts that is interesting and rather uncommon

The cap utilizes the same colors in a curved design

Maria and Popovi Small Plate with Feather Design Basketry Trays The elk is so largeThis is a beautiful piece of Maria and Popovi pottery. The feather design is composed of small, closely aligned feather forms which create an elegant design. It is signed "Maria Popovi 1268". The plate is in excellent condition without any repairs of scratches. It is from the Southwest pottery collection of Rhonda Mast. D. 6 " c. 1968 #8836