Martinez and her husband perfected the magnificent burnished blackware now prized by collectors. This volume chronicles the life and work of this major American artist. The 200 color and 140 black-and-white illustrations show techniques, the pueblo ambiance, and numerous finished pieces.

Includes index.

Introducing a ceramic celebration / Carl Dentzel -- Maria : a meeting / Bernard Leach -- Maria -- Black pottery -- Maria and Santana -- Making pots -- Barbara -- Firing -- A brief historical note on burnished black and matt pottery / Bertha P. Dutton.