This vessel is from the San Ildefonso nation in New Mexico. The donor remarks that this is a traditional San Ildefonso vessel, though it is not characteristic with their typical black finish. The donor states that it is traditional in the ways of finish, design, and shape. Like other San Ildefonso vessels in this collection, the painted pattern being of natural subject matter is similar to other vessels and other nations. The design and shape is quite similar to other San Ildefonso vessels, as is the polychrome finish.