Global InformationCrucita Calabaza information
Crucita Gonzales Calabaza[1] | |
|---|---|
| (Blue Corn) | |
 Crucita Calabaza (Blue Corn) | |
| Born | Crucita Gonzales[1] December 7, 1921 San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico |
| Died | May 3, 1999 (aged 77) Santa Fe, New Mexico |
| Nationality | San Ildefonso Pueblo, American |
| Occupation(s) | Native American Potter and Artist |
| Known for | Polychrome San Ildefonso Pueblo Pottery |
| Spouse | Santiago "Sandy" Calabazas |
| Children | 10 |
| Relatives | 18 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren |
Crucita Gonzales Calabaza[1] (December 27, 1921 – May 3, 1999), also known as Blue Corn, was a Native American artist and potter from San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico, in the United States. She became famous for reviving San Ildefonso polychrome wares and had a very long and productive career.[2][3][4]
- ^ a b c "Museum Management Program: Plate". National Park Service. US Department of the Interior. Retrieved 2 December 2023.
- ^ American Indian Textiles: 2,000 Artist Biographies, C. 1800-present ... Gregory Schaaf, Angie Yan Schaaf - 2001 - Blue Corn (Crucita Gonzales, Crucita Calabaza) (San Ildefonso, Tewa, active ca. 1940s-90s: weaving, pottery) LIFESPAN: December 7, 1921 - May 3, 1999 FAMILY: adopted daughter of Ramona Sanchez Gonzales & luan Gonzales; wife of ...
- ^ "Crucita Calabaza - Blue Corn". Adobe Gallery, Santa Fe. Retrieved 2019-02-28.
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