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P. W. Natewa Zuni Sterling Owl Squashblossom Set
Estimate:
$1,000 - $2,000
Starting bid:
$500
Passed
Live Auction
April 2022 Fine Art & Estate Auction
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Description
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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Buyers premium: 18%