Popovi Da
Popovi Da
San Ildefonso, 1923 - 1971
Person TypeIndividual
Terms
- Male
- Native American
American, San Ildefonso, 1858 - 1918
Santa Clara, San Juan, born 1962
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BiographyMaria Martinez (1887-1980) remains one of the most well-known Indigenous artists of the 20th century, with her work being widely exhibited during her lifetime and beyond. Beginning in 1956, she worked with her son Popovi Da (1923-1971). A highly skilled and innovative potter in his own right, Popovi also served as governor of San Ildefonso for six terms.