Zuni Pueblo Inlay Sun Face Earrings [SOLD]

Zuni Pueblo artisans are known for fine stone work placed in delicate sterling settings. This pair of earrings is an excellent example of traditional Southwest Indian Jewelry from Zuni Pueblo. The unknown artist has set turquoise, white shell and jet to form a pair of perfect little sun faces set in a sterling silver setting. This pair is unique in that the artist has added slender silver earrings on the side of each face.

Sometime in their past, the earrings have been converted to pierced. Their age and craftsmanship would make them a perfect addition to any collection.

Condition:  original condition converted from clip to pierced

Recommended Reading:  Navajo and Pueblo Earrings 1850-1945-Collected by Robert V. Gallegos

Provenance: from a gentleman in Colorado