ZUNI, INLAID TURQUOISE "OWL" SILVER WATCH 0701-WT
If you have to keep track of the time do Southwest style. Capture the wisdom and perserverance of the Owl in intricate inlay. This inlaid guy is whimsical as well as a collectible - wearable - work of art. The inlay talents of the Zuni people are incomparable. This charming guy is 1" of Colorful inlay, set in Sterling Silver on an adjustable stretch band. The watch face is complimentary and may vary.The Zuni Indians learned to silversmith from the Navajo in the early 1870's. The Zuni, because they had permanent homes unlike the nomadic Navajo, were able to use many tools that the Navajo could not easily carry with them. With the lapidary wheels they began cutting stones and using the silver to hold their stones in patterns. Today, Zuni silversmiths are known for their lapidary skills. Both channel inlay (using precisely cut stones set on silver to form figures and designs) and cluster and needlepoint (setting small, similarly cut stones in geometric patterns) are traditional Zuni styles. We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize that it is important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item. CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC |