Vintage Navajo Silver Overlay Storyteller Dancing Kachina Bolo – Signed *

Overview:
Navajo
Sterling Silver Overlay
Kachina
Bolo tie
44 inches

Details: The story depicted on the bolo is a man dressed for ceremony dancing in a rain storm.The heavens are lit up with lightning. He dances above the plateaus.Feathers adorn his body.This big bolo was created using a silver overlay technique.The artist took care and time to craft the details of the story.This is sign asterisk * .Circa 1970’s

Measurements:
Main pendant: 2 7/8 inches X 2 inches
Tassels: 2 inches
Bolo length: 36 inches

Weight: 60 grams, (2.1oz)

The silver overlay technique is a laborious process using two separate sheets of silver.Both are individually designed and then soldered together. The shadow looking backspace is usually oxidized a darker color allowing depth and definition.

This came from the estate of C. Hartman.She bought and sold jewelry her entire life.Many of the pieces are museum quality and heirloom pieces.She knew many of the silversmiths and artists personally. Most of her jewelry is from 1930-2000.

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