Handcrafted Southwestern nativity set by folk artist Cleo Teissedre, signed and dated 1990. The piece features an adobe-style church with bell tower and cross along with Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus figures. Decorated with traditional turquoise and red accents inspired by Pueblo architecture and New Mexico folk art, this signed studio piece makes a charming Christmas display or collectible Southwestern nativity.
brand: Cleo Teissedre material: hand painted pottery / plaster composite pieces: adobe church backdrop with bell, Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, pottery accessories origin: USA style: Southwestern, pueblo, folk art nativity condition: good vintage condition with age-related crazing and hairline surface cracks typical of the material; no major chips or repairs size: church approx. 5" high x 5 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" deep markings: etched signature “Cleo Teissedre 1990” on back; figures marked MHS; base marked MW
