53.8 gram Sterling Hopi Kachina Buckle by (AILT) Bernard Dawahoya (D) - 1958?

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53.8 gram Sterling Hopi Kachina Buckle by (AILT) Bernard Dawahoya (D) - 1958?:
$574.00

This buckle was made by Bernard Dawahoya (morebelow); in 1989 he was designated as an ArizonaIndian Living Treasure (AILT). Bernard died on February 18, 2010.

The buckle has amagnificently done Kachina with protruding mouth and eyes

Buckle Dimensions: 3 inches by 2 inches

Fits Belt: 1 ½ inch wide belt

Weight: 53.8 grams

Marks: Theback of the buckle is stamped with Bernard\'s cloud hallmark. Also scratchedinto the back of the buckle is \"S-58\"; possibly meaning it\'s sterlingand made in 1958. Although the buckle isnot marked for silver content it tests as at least coin silver (900) and isprobably sterling (925).

Condition: The buckle is an older buckle in very good condition,especially considering the fact it may be as much as 60 years old. Also, it has a beautiful warm patina. It\'sfrom my personal collection of Native American items.

Be sure to check thepictures as they are part of the description and please ask any questions youhave prior to offerding.

BernardDawahoya began working with silver in 1956. He learned from his uncles, the HopiSilvercraft Guild, and was one of the original silversmiths hired by HopiEnterprise who soon changed their name to Hopicrafts. Eventually he worked for himself.

He is a legendary artisanwho was a force in the evolution of Hopi overlay jewelry and was a teacher ofmany other great artists. One referenceI use had him down for over 30 awards in major shows; only 4 for 3rd place. His work is included in many museumcollections including Harvard University\'s Peabody Museum and the HeardMuseum. Bernard died on February 18, 2010.

Bernard was a Hopi man and respected the Hopi past and present. His work used representative designs for manythings including wind, sun, and rain.