Pottery of the ancient Pueblos. (1886 N 04 / 1882-1883 (pages 257-360))

A systematic study surveys pottery produced by ancient Pueblo communities across canyon and plateau regions, outlining geographic distribution and cultural context. It evaluates the ceramic art’s apparent uniformity and methods for determining age, then details raw materials, tempering, coil construction, surface finishing, firing, glazing, hardness, color, and common forms and handles. The work analyzes ornamentation — origins, techniques, and stages — proposes a classification (including coil-made, plain, painted, and white wares), and illustrates regional types with numerous figures and examples while noting limitations and directions for further comparative research.