Ray Tafoya --- Large! Bolo Tie -- # 8 Spiderweb(Navajo/Santa Clara Pueblo)

Description

Large Bolo on Large Bolo Tie ----- Ray Tafoya ----- Navajo/Santa Clara Pueblo.  Active 1976-1994.
Ray was a very talented Artisan ----- created jewelry, pottery and paintings !!!
Ray had a very distinctive hallmark that is well displayed on his creations.
Ray used sterling silver and gold in his creations along with contemporary and traditional designs.
Bolo Tie with large Bolo !  Signed !  Woven leather strands equal 36 inches in length.
Total weight of this item = 5.2 oz. !  Sterling silver base of bolo = 3.75 " X  2.75".
Turquoise cabochon measures 3 inches  X  2 inches(max width).
The Turquoise appears to be a unique blend of # 8 Spiderweb qualities -- note green shades with hint of blue.
Silverwork on bolo and tips is classic and executed well.