Florence Naranjo

Florence Naranjo (1921–2018) was a talented potter from San Ildefonso Pueblo, New Mexico. Born to Rosalie and Joe Aguilar, she was the granddaughter of renowned potter Susana Aguilar. Specializing in black-on-black pottery, Florence created stunning jars, bowls, and effigy figures, often featuring traditional San Ildefonso designs like feather patterns and the Avanyu water serpent. Her work received recognition at the Santa Fe Indian Market, earning multiple awards between 1978 and 1986, cementing her legacy in Native American pottery.