April 2022 Fine Art and Estate Auction
Lot 254:
Description
Item/Description: Fabulous artisan signed squashblossom necklace and earrings by famed Zuni silversmith, P.W. Natewa. Hand-crafted from Sterling Silver with inlaid figural owl charms. The squash blossom necklace is comprised of a single row of ball beads which lead to a double row interspersed by ten whimsical owl charms inlaid with mother of pearl, spiny oyster and turquoise. Large horse-shoe shaped hanging pendant with larger owl. Shepherd’s hook clasp. Hallmarked on back of pendant: Etched signature P. W. Natewa Zuni. The matching pierced earrings are straight posts with butterfly backs. Hallmarked etched: P.W. Natewa Zuni.
Material: Sterling Silver, turquoise, coral, spiny oyster.
Dimensions: Necklace Length: 26 1/4" (includes pendant) Pendant Width: 1 1/2"; approximately 62 grams. Dimensions: Earrings Length: 1 1/2"; Width: 3/4"
Condition: Very Good. Free of dent or damage; all inlay intact. Missing one butterfly back. Price written on back of pendant in marker, can be removed.
Age: 1980s-1990s
Provenance: Private Estate
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