Navajo Calvin Begay Signed Double Sided Stone Inlay and Sterling Silver Pendant

Description: Large Calvin Begay reversible pendant with jasper and Acoma jet fossilized wood inlay pattern on the front, inspired by the southwest and Navajo culture. Stone patterned like a Navajo rug with browns, grays and blacks in geometric shapes. Reverse side in sterling silver with bear motif, the spiritual guide representing strength and self-knowledge; bear paw at top and bear statant to the left with rug and pottery geometric patterns carved into the silver. Extremely precise inlay with smooth texture. Pendant 2 ⅜” tall 1 ¼” wide 5/16" thick Extra large ⅞” long bail with a ¾” opening. The bail is large enough to accommodate a bead necklace. Set in solid sterling silver, marked "Calvin Begay Sterling" to the bail. Total weight 64.8g (2.286 oz, 2.083 ozt) Calvin Begay is an award-winning Navajo artist, painter, sculptor and jewelry maker from New Mexico. He has won numerous awards at the Sante Fe Indian Market and the Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial, including Best in Show in 1989, and his pieces are highly collectible. He is most well-known for his intricate stone inlay pieces in silver and gold. He uses a mix of traditional and contemporary techniques to create his delicate and impeccable designs. He is passionate about preserving the history and techniques of traditional Navajo art and passing on his knowledge to future generations. 10% of this sale will go to https://www.navajostrong.org/, a non-profit which runs self-sufficient projects for the Diné people affected by disease, poverty, or other health disparities on Navajo reservations Similar designs: https://spiritofsantafe.com/products/SR-2307-Large-reversible-Rug-Pattern-pendant-p581708978 https://www.etsy.com/listing/1540418675/calvin-begay-inlay-reversible-pendant

Price: 1000 USD

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

End Time: 2025-02-01T16:28:05.000Z

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