Elegant Zuni attr Virgil Dishta Sr Flush Channel Turquoise Inlay Bracelet Small

Description

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WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT IT:
This fine bracelet has a delicate look but it's not frail. This Zuni piece is strongly attributed to Virgil Disha Sr. -- I'm confident it's his work. And it's very lovely, made for a very small wrist but can be adjusted by a silversmith. The work is wonderful and it's a pleasure to look at it; all hand made in every respect with applied raindrops. Light in weight so very comfortable for people who don't like to feel the weight of heavier jewelry.
BACKGROUND:
Virgil Dishta Sr was the son of Frank Sr and Pauline, born c.1921 and worked from the 30s till his death in 2000. He won multiple awards, from InterTribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup and a special award from the museum of NM in Santa Fe. His work is in several museums and was carried in the best of galleries and discussed in multiple publications.
CONDITION:
Excellent vintage, wearable, collectible condition. Perfection!
MEASUREMENTS:
• internal length is about 4.5".  Gap is 1-1/16" so we have a total of c. 5-9/16", for a very small wrist.
• width 1-1/4" center, tapering to 5/16" at the terminals
• unmarked sterling silver .925
• all natural stones, stunning turquoise in very fine channel inlay with applied drops
• unsigned but strongly attributed to Virgil Dishta Sr.
SUMMARY:
This bracelet has a refined
delicacy
of tiny flush inlay and applied raindrops on a base of two wires center with a third wire added near the terminals. The design is gorgeous. This prize winning Zuni artist was one of the great master silversmiths and his work and that of his family is legendary. Highly collectible and very fine work of art. An elegant and timeless bracelet.
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