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Navajo (Dine') silver bracelet with thunderbird

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
inside dimensions: 2 1/2" diameter; 1 3/4" from the center of the back to the opening; the opening is 3/4" wide
ex: Private Collection
circa 1900-1930
Designs are associated with Fred Harvey Company who encouraged animal forms including thunderbirds and snakes. The Navajo associate thunderbirds with power. Snakes are associated with lightening and electrical energy. Thus, both these designs are associated with power.

More Information

Origin:	United States, New Mexico
Period:	1900-1949
Materials:	silver; repousse', stamping
Condition:	New. excellent condition
Metals:	Silver
Styles / Movements:	American Indian
Incollect Reference #:	792018

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.