Cippy Crazyhorse Silver Bead Necklace [SOLD]

Master jeweler Cippy Crazyhorse has created a stunning necklace composed of hand formed silver beads. Each of the perfectly formed, identical sterling beads are strung on a silver foxtail chain. The manner in which the necklace is strung creates an elegant drape when worn. This is beautiful, highly collectible work from a significant artist.

The maker's hallmark of CZH is stamped on one of the end cones.

Cipriano Quintana (1946- ), or Cippy Crazyhorse, was born at Cochiti Pueblo. His father, Joe Quintana, was trained at Frank Patania's Thunderbird Studio in Santa Fe, where he was introduced to new designs and methods for working with silver. He was one of the finest silversmiths of his generation. Cippy continued the family tradition, becoming an innovator in his own right. His work is defined by heavy gauge silver fashioned into jewelry with sleek, elegant designs reflecting traditional Pueblo motifs with a modern twist. The winner of multiple awards, he has been a judge at Santa Fe Indian Market and a curator of museum exhibits. He has received international acclaim, and his works are included in many prominent museums and private collections.

Condition: this sterling silver bead necklace is in excellent condition. The beads have a beautiful patina over time.

Provenance: this Cippy Crazyhorse Silver Bead Necklace was originally purchased it around 1985 at The Indian post in Allentown, PA

Recommended Reading: The Cutting Edge: Contemporary Southwest Jewelry and Metalwork by Diana Pardue

TAGS: Cochiti Pueblo, Southwest Indian Jewelry, Joe Herrera Quintana, Cippy Crazyhorse