Zuni Pin with Rainbow Man Mosaic Inlay [SOLD]
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- Category: Pins
- Origin: Zuni Pueblo, SHE-WE-NA
- Medium:
3-⅛” Height x 2-⅝” Width x ⅜” Thick - Size: silver, turquoise, spondylus shell, mother of pearl, jet
- Item # C4892D SOLD
This Zuni pin features a stunning Rainbow Man mosaic inlay. The figure is created using meticulously cut and shaped pieces of turquoise, spondylus shell, mother of pearl, and jet. These stones are set together to form the kilt, body, and headdress of the Zuni guardian spirit. The piece is mounted on a silver platform and framed with intricate silverwork.
The Rainbow Man is a classic Zuni design that emerged in the 1920s. Zuni artisans, known for their skill in lapidary work, created these intricate mosaics to appeal to tourists. The Rainbow Man symbolizes the blessings of rain and protection.
This pin is inscribed ENV but the artist is unidentified. Despite the unknown maker, the piece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic talent of Zuni silversmiths.
Condition: very good condition
Provenance: this Zuni Pin with Rainbow Man Mosaic Inlay is from a jewelry collector in Denver
Recommended Reading: WHO'S WHO IN ZUNI JEWELRY by Gordon Levy, Published by Western Arts Publishing Co., Denver
TAGS: Southwest Indian Jewelry, Zuni Pueblo
- Category: Pins
- Origin: Zuni Pueblo, SHE-WE-NA
- Medium:
3-⅛” Height x 2-⅝” Width x ⅜” Thick - Size: silver, turquoise, spondylus shell, mother of pearl, jet
- Item # C4892D SOLD
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