Zuni Alonzo Hustito sterling silver inlaid "Knifewing God" brooch/pendant, set with turquoise, mother-of-pearl, carnelian and onyx.
"Alonzo Hustito (1903–1989) was a master Zuni Pueblo silversmith and jeweler widely recognized as one of the most important and influential Native American jewelry artists of the 20th century. Active from the 1930s through the 1980s, he is celebrated for pioneering iconic figurative designs and elevating the art of Zuni mosaic stone inlay. Beyond his artistry, Hustito was a deeply respected cultural leader within his community, serving as a Bear Clan head and a kiva dance chief.
Hustito is widely credited as an originator and primary developer of iconic Zuni mythological figures in jewelry, specifically the Rainbow Man, Knifewing, and Thunderbird."
Marks: None, tested sterling; signed Anho
Dimensions: 2 1/4" long x 1 7/8" wide
Weight: 10.9 gross dwt
Condition: Some tarnish, scratching, wear
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