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An extraordinary pair of vintage turquoise heishi earrings, believed to be Kewa (Santo Domingo Pueblo) and dating to approximately the 1950s, featuring beautifully aged natural turquoise, luminous mother of pearl, vintage red glass beads, and traditional handmade silver components. Rich in character and unmistakably Southwestern, these remarkable earrings celebrate the enduring artistry and beadworking traditions of the Kewa people.
The earrings feature long, graceful loops of individually strung natural turquoise heishi beads, displaying a captivating range of vibrant sky blue, soft blue-green, and earthy matrix patterns. Each bead has its own distinctive color, shape, and texture, creating the wonderful organic variation so highly prized in older handmade Pueblo jewelry.
The turquoise beads are arranged in elongated strands that taper gently toward the top, creating an elegant silhouette with beautiful movement and impressive length. Their subtle variations in size and thickness contribute to the authentic, handcrafted character of these striking earrings.
At the bottom of each earring, luminous white mother-of-pearl shell accents provide a beautiful contrast to the brilliant turquoise. Their smooth, softly reflective surfaces add an unexpected touch of elegance while honoring the longstanding use of shell in traditional Kewa jewelry.
Near the top of each earring, small vintage red glass beads introduce a wonderful pop of rich color. The deep red accents contrast beautifully with the turquoise and complement the earthy warmth of the naturally aged materials.
The strands are gathered beneath traditional silver bench beads and beautifully formed handmade silver cones, adding another layer of craftsmanship to the design. These silver components provide a graceful transition between the turquoise strands and the ear wires while maintaining the earrings' vintage Southwestern character.
The earrings have been fitted with modern ear wires, allowing them to be worn while preserving the original character of the beaded and silver components.
Details:
Artist: Unknown
Tribal Attribution: Likely Kewa (Santo Domingo Pueblo)
Era: Circa 1950s
Turquoise: Natural Turquoise Heishi
Additional Materials: Mother of Pearl & Vintage Red Glass
Silver Components: Traditional Bench Beads & Handmade Cones
Ear Wires: Modern Replacements
Length: Approximately 5 1/2" without ear wires
Weight: 37 grams total for the pair
A remarkable pair of vintage Southwestern earrings, believed to be Kewa Pueblo, featuring beautifully aged natural turquoise heishi, luminous mother of pearl, colorful vintage glass accents, and traditional handmade silver components. A striking celebration of Pueblo beadworking artistry and timeless Southwestern style.
An extraordinary pair of vintage turquoise heishi earrings, believed to be Kewa (Santo Domingo Pueblo) and dating to approximately the 1950s, featuring beautifully aged natural turquoise, luminous mother of pearl, vintage red glass beads, and traditional handmade silver components. Rich in character and unmistakably Southwestern, these remarkable earrings celebrate the enduring artistry and beadworking traditions of the Kewa people.
The earrings feature long, graceful loops of individually strung natural turquoise heishi beads, displaying a captivating range of vibrant sky blue, soft blue-green, and earthy matrix patterns. Each bead has its own distinctive color, shape, and texture, creating the wonderful organic variation so highly prized in older handmade Pueblo jewelry.
The turquoise beads are arranged in elongated strands that taper gently toward the top, creating an elegant silhouette with beautiful movement and impressive length. Their subtle variations in size and thickness contribute to the authentic, handcrafted character of these striking earrings.
At the bottom of each earring, luminous white mother-of-pearl shell accents provide a beautiful contrast to the brilliant turquoise. Their smooth, softly reflective surfaces add an unexpected touch of elegance while honoring the longstanding use of shell in traditional Kewa jewelry.
Near the top of each earring, small vintage red glass beads introduce a wonderful pop of rich color. The deep red accents contrast beautifully with the turquoise and complement the earthy warmth of the naturally aged materials.
The strands are gathered beneath traditional silver bench beads and beautifully formed handmade silver cones, adding another layer of craftsmanship to the design. These silver components provide a graceful transition between the turquoise strands and the ear wires while maintaining the earrings' vintage Southwestern character.
The earrings have been fitted with modern ear wires, allowing them to be worn while preserving the original character of the beaded and silver components.
Details:
Artist: Unknown
Tribal Attribution: Likely Kewa (Santo Domingo Pueblo)
Era: Circa 1950s
Turquoise: Natural Turquoise Heishi
Additional Materials: Mother of Pearl & Vintage Red Glass
Silver Components: Traditional Bench Beads & Handmade Cones
Ear Wires: Modern Replacements
Length: Approximately 5 1/2" without ear wires
Weight: 37 grams total for the pair
A remarkable pair of vintage Southwestern earrings, believed to be Kewa Pueblo, featuring beautifully aged natural turquoise heishi, luminous mother of pearl, colorful vintage glass accents, and traditional handmade silver components. A striking celebration of Pueblo beadworking artistry and timeless Southwestern style.
