Rare Zuni attr.Frank Vacit Screwback Earrings Thunderbird Knifewing Mosaic Inlay

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Rare Zuni attr.Frank Vacit Screwback Earrings Thunderbird Knifewing Mosaic Inlay:
$279.00

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These beautiful Thunderbird Knifewing earrings (called Hopi Bird by one author) were made by the renowned Frank Vacit. They are perfect and lovely, made of mother of pearl, jet, turuoise and coral or spondylus shell. Ther are hand applied raindrops and twisted wire decorations and the lines are clean. The earrings are original screw backs and could be converted to pierced by your jeweler if you wish. They are marked sterling silver. and unsigned but you can see from the pictures I\'ve included from Mr. Sei.s book \"Hopi Bird and Sun Face in Zuni Jewelry\" that the earrings incorporate elements Frank Vacit used frequently in his work. I make the attribution with confidence as a result of studying them closely. He is one of the most important Zuni artists and these earrings will make a lovely addition to your collection.

Frank Vacit was born in 1915, and worked from the 1930s to 1950s. He was one of the most talented and great artists in Zuni history. His work resides in the best galleries and museums and he is discussed in every major work. His pieces fetch the highest prices, justifiably.

Knifewing was a warrior known as the Great One who came down from his ethereal plateau to bestow wisdom, strength and courage amongst his recipients, only revealing himself to the warriors who serve as protectors of the Pueblo. It\'s quite special to have Frank Vacit pieces.They are superb quality and charming collectibles.

Anything by Frank Vacit is very valuable. He was one of the great silversmiths. He was highly represented in the CG Wallace catalog for the Sotheby\'s sale and was one of the most renowned and highly priced of the great artists. These earrings would be an important addition to any wardrobe and any collection.

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