Zuni cuff bracelet - U.S.
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Zuni cuff bracelet in solid silver with natural turquoise, handmade by Jobet Mayes of the Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico, USA; size 5½ (internal circumference ~14 cm), dimensions 5.5 x 6.5 x 5 cm, weight 74 g; silver 925, vintage excellent condition with light patina, not sold with a stand.
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Gorgeous Zuni cuff bracelet in solid silver and natural turquoise, handmade by artist Jobet Mayes, a renowned craftsman belonging to the Zuni Native American goldsmith tradition (New Mexico, USA).
The bracelet features a visually striking design, featuring a central relief decoration with rows of spherical silver studs alternating with natural turquoise cabochons, arranged in perfect symmetry.
The upper and lower edges are embellished with a band inlaid with mosaic-cut turquoise, which elegantly frames the work.
Inside is the engraving “Jobet Mayes” accompanied by an engraved floral motif and the indication “size 5½”, corresponding to a small/medium size.
Origin: Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico (USA)
Artist: Jobet Mayes (signed)
Era: second half of the 20th century
Materials: 925 silver and natural turquoise
Technique: handcrafted with cabochon and mosaic inlay
Dimensions: Size 5.5 (inner circumference approx. 14 cm, width 5 cm)
Weight: 74g
Excellent vintage condition, with a light silver patina consistent with its age; the turquoises are intact and bright.
A fine example of Zuni goldsmith art, combining the symbolic power of turquoise with the decorative precision typical of the Jobet Mayes school.
Authentic piece, ideal for collectors of Native American jewelry or for those who appreciate the beauty of Southwestern ethnic craftsmanship.
The photos are an integral part of the description.
Gorgeous Zuni cuff bracelet in solid silver and natural turquoise, handmade by artist Jobet Mayes, a renowned craftsman belonging to the Zuni Native American goldsmith tradition (New Mexico, USA).
The bracelet features a visually striking design, featuring a central relief decoration with rows of spherical silver studs alternating with natural turquoise cabochons, arranged in perfect symmetry.
The upper and lower edges are embellished with a band inlaid with mosaic-cut turquoise, which elegantly frames the work.
Inside is the engraving “Jobet Mayes” accompanied by an engraved floral motif and the indication “size 5½”, corresponding to a small/medium size.
Origin: Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico (USA)
Artist: Jobet Mayes (signed)
Era: second half of the 20th century
Materials: 925 silver and natural turquoise
Technique: handcrafted with cabochon and mosaic inlay
Dimensions: Size 5.5 (inner circumference approx. 14 cm, width 5 cm)
Weight: 74g
Excellent vintage condition, with a light silver patina consistent with its age; the turquoises are intact and bright.
A fine example of Zuni goldsmith art, combining the symbolic power of turquoise with the decorative precision typical of the Jobet Mayes school.
Authentic piece, ideal for collectors of Native American jewelry or for those who appreciate the beauty of Southwestern ethnic craftsmanship.
The photos are an integral part of the description.
Details
Country of Origin
U.S.
Material
Silver
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Zuni cuff bracelet
Height
5.5 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
74 g
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