The Hands of Maria

Duration: 17

Year Published: 1968

Creator: Coleman Film Enterprises

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: Shows the skill of Maria Martinez as she makes pottery using a process handed down through generations of Pueblo Indians., Presents Maria Martinez, an Indian potter, whose work brought recognition to her and fame to her pueblo. Shows how she fashions large pieces by building coiling ropes of clay as did her ancestors. Mentions that Maria has been honored by the American Institute of Architects.

Complete Record: Shows the skill of Maria Martinez as she makes pottery using a process handed down through generations of Pueblo Indians., Presents Maria Martinez, an Indian potter, whose work brought recognition to her and fame to her pueblo. Shows how she fashions large pieces by building coiling ropes of clay as did her ancestors. Mentions that Maria has been honored by the American Institute of Architects. NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.