Marie Z. Chino and Grace Chino: A mother-Daughter Tradition

Marie Zieu Chino (1907-1982) was a master potter at Acoma Pueblo. One of the Four Acoma Matriarchs, Marie’s fine craftsmanship stands out, even when compared to her contemporaries Lucy Lewis, Juana Leno and Jesse Garcia. A life-long professional artist, Marie produced a large body of work known for its pristine white slip and exceptional fine line painting.
Grace Chino (1929-1994) is the best-known daughter of Marie who carried on Marie’s legacy as a master traditional artist. While Grace’s work resembles her mothers in its classic Acoma aesthetic, she developed her own unique interpretations of the iconic parrot designs and floral motifs. Women working in close collaboration over a lifetime is an ancient tradition in Pueblo Pottery families. Marie and Grace were both honored in the landmark 7 Families In Pueblo Pottery exhibit, and both have won many awards over the years.
This collection is on display at Steve Elmore Indian Art through September 30th.