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EDDIE BEYUKA -- Large Bolo Tie(Headdress Dancer) -- Outstanding !!

$ 1240.8

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Origin: Southwestern USA
  • Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
  • Artisan: Eddie A. Beyuka
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Modified Item: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: Private Collection item. Never worn. No flaws. No defects. No inlay cracks, etc.
  • Provenance: Partial
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Culture: Native American: US

    Description

    Eddie A. Beyuka(Zuni) --- (1920--2002).  Possibly the best known Bolo Tie maker from the Zuni Pueblo.
    Noted for kachinas and dancers used for the actual bolos. Skilled silversmith and excellent jeweler.
    Used a wide variety of inlay materials in his famous bolos. Creations in many collections and museums.
    Survived the Bataan Death March in World War II !!  Learned his trade skills after World War II.
    Bolo Tie with Large Bolo and woven leather tie with Sterling Silver tips(note picture).
    Bolo --- Sterling Silver metal and multiple inlays-Turquoise,Abalone,shell,MOP,Jet,Coral,etc.
    Weight = 5.3 oz.  / Signed = EAB over Zuni.  ** Intricate & detailed silverwork. Bennet style clasp.
    Bolo = Length of 6.5 inches.  Width of 4 inches max.  Dancer Style with large headdress --- bolo.
    Woven leather tie measures 36 inches total length.
    This Bolo Tie is a real "Eye Catcher" and a historic creation from this Famous Artisan !!