Anasazi Pottery Shard Replicas
by Mark D. Stevens

Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico

 

P.O. Box 7
Laguna Pueblo, NM 87026

ph: 505.552.9502
alt: 505.263.5725

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shard (or sherd): noun

1.  a fragment, esp. of broken earthenware
2.  fragments of pottery vessels

Shard found in natural state


Replicas of Ancient Pot Shards

Beautiful remnants of our indigenous history have been given new life in a contemporary medium.

Murdoch Custom Bolo 2009
Custom Pot Shard Bolo Tie 2009
Sterling Silver with Natural Red Mountain Turquoise
Owner:  Bill Murdoch (Nevada)


 In February 2007, Mark Stevens began replicating the ancient broken pieces of pottery  found around Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico.  The replica pieces are made into wearable pieces of jewelry.   The detailed paint designs of the original shards are beautifully and accurately captured in a 3-dimensional format.  Each replica is created in sterling silver and is entirely made by hand (utilizing an overlay technique).  

 

The detailed paint designs of the original shards are beautifully and accurately captured in a 3-dimensional format.  Each replica is created in sterling silver and is entirely made by hand (utilizing an overlay technique).  

Black on Red Pottery Shard Replica 2009

 

Pottery Shard Earrings 2009
 

These replicas are a beautiful way of honoring our ancestors and permanently preserve their unique artwork.

These wearable pieces of history  are replicated only one time.  After which, the original shard is returned to where it belongs.

Enjoy! 

Large Anasazi Replica Bracelet

Large Anasazi Bolo with Shard Tips 2009

Large Anasazi Pendant 2009
Photography by Pat Pruitt 2009

 

Laguna Pueblo 

Laguna Pueblo is one of 19 Pueblos in the State of New Mexico.  For more information on Laguna Pueblo and others please visit www.indianpueblo.org 

latest news!  

 Mark and his artwork have been published in a new book entitled: 

Masters of Contemporary Indian Jewelry
by Nancy N. Schiffer

To be included in this book with the company of artists such as Michael Roanhorse, Benson Manygoats, Carl & Irene Clark, Dina Huntinghorse and 60 other highly respected Native American jewelers is a tremendous honor for Mark. 

The book is available in major bookstores today.




UPCOMING SHOWS

June 27-28, 2009
Eiteljorg Indian Art Market
Indianapolis, IN

Confirmed!  See you all there!

  Shard Collage

Site last updated
June 24, 2009


 

Mark is member of the Indian Arts & Crafts Association.
Member since 2008.

All images, artwork, photos and jewelry designs contained in this website are the property of Mark D. Stevens.
©2008-2009 Mark D. Stevens. All Rights Reserved.

 

P.O. Box 7
Laguna Pueblo, NM 87026

ph: 505.552.9502
alt: 505.263.5725