Description
Hand-crafted overlaid sterling silver with inlay of lapis lazuli, turquoise and coral ring by Richard Tsosie, renowned Navajo artist. The ring is approximately size 5 1/4 and is approximately 15/16" wide, including its inlay base. The inlay is delicately and meticulously done and is designed to fall just below the base of the finger. It is approximately 9.4 total grams. The band tapers to the back to ensure a comfortable fit. It features arrow overlay designs on the shaft which is silver overlay that is delicately antiqued and reticulated. Richard often uses arrows in his work and sees them as representing the "ups and downs" of life. We purchased this ring new from Richard in 1995 for a trunk show in our gallery. Since that time it has been in our inventory/vault and has never been worn. It is a collector's item from one of today's foremost artists. It is priced well below market for immediate sale -- serious offers only please. Please contact us with any questions. Richard Tsosie is a renowned Native American/Navajo artist whose work is highly collectible and spiritual and is featured in prestigious galleries, museums and books. Many people mistakenly describe Richard's work as "tufa cast" when in fact, it is overlay. His work is highly collectible and spiritual and is featured in prestigious galleries, museums and books. In the 1980's Richard "accidently discovered" a process called "reticulation" which he created when he noticed that silver filings were fusing to create a unique finish that contrasts with the polished gold and silver metals and stones and which has become a hallmark of his work. Richard uses the highest quality of stones (meticulous inlay, nuggets and cabochons) including Nevada Blue, Spiderweb, Kingman, Morenci, Bisbee, Sleeping Beauty and other high quality natural turquoise, as well as lapis, jet, shell, coral, malachite, sugalite, lapis, petrified ivory and precious and semi-precious stones such as ruby, diamond, cultured pearls, garnet, amethyst and peridot. His work most often depicts symbols of his native culture and often reflects the colors and stones of the four sacred mountains of the Navajo Nation (jet, shell, coral and turquoise)and which enable people to live in harmony with their Creator and nature. Please watch for our store and more exciting contemporary and traditional Native American pieces from a variety of artists and tribal affiliations (Navajo, Zuni, Santo Domingo, Hopi and more). American West Boutique was founded in 1992 and is an online seller of Native American Jewelry and Art, cowboy/girl boots, leather and suede and apparel. Shipped to continental US only by UPS to street addressed only (no PO boxes). Payment must be received in 5 days or item may be relisted. Thank you for viewing!
