Bell, Seferina

Seferina Bell (1920-1986) was a traditional potter from Zia Pueblo. By the time she was 20 she was already established as an excellent potter. A first for Zia, she started signing her pottery a few years later.

She has been recognized as one of the finest Zia potters of the mid-20th century. Seferina made beautiful jars, bowls and unique canteens. Her highly refined techniques for making pottery turned out extremely graceful water jars. She was also an excellent painter. Her talent can be seen in the delicacy of her details.

Seferina was the daughter of Joe Pino and Ascenciona Galvan Pino.  Among her siblings were Kathy Pino, Laura Pino, Tomasita Pino and Filamino Pino. She was the mother of Ruby Panana and mentor of Eleanor Pino Griego, and Reyes Pino.