Howard Sice Round Domed Sun Face Design Silver Pin

This silver pin by Howard Sice features a beautifully domed shape with a diameter of 1-½ inches. Its design is elegantly simple, with scored and etched details that form a sun face motif, a symbol deeply rooted in the Southwest. The understated artistry highlights Sice's mastery of silversmithing, blending tradition with refined craftsmanship. The pin is equipped with a straight pin on the back for secure attachment.

Stamped on the back with Sice Sterling, the pin carries the mark of authenticity, ensuring that it is a genuine piece crafted by the renowned artist. Howard Sice, born in 1948, is celebrated for his unique approach to silversmithing, which he honed after serving 20 years in the United States Air Force. A son of a Hopi mother and Laguna father, Sice's award-winning designs have been showcased at prestigious venues, including the Santa Fe Indian Market, the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, and the Arizona State Museum. This bracelet is not only a beautiful accessory but a piece of Native American artistic heritage.

Condition: excellent condition

Provenance: this Howard Sice Round Domed Sun Face Design Silver Pin is from a client of Adobe Gallery

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TAGS: Hopi Pueblo, Laguna Pueblo, Southwest Indian Jewelry, Howard Sice