Description: Vintage 1980s Hopi Hand Made Sterling Silver Eagle Belt Buckle Earl Yowetewa Nice vintage belt buckle with eagle design. Purchased in the late 1980s from the artist. E Y hallmark. Measures 2 X 1.5 inches. About the Artist Earl Yowetewa, Hopi Pueblo Artist, (1923-2006) was mentored by Alvin James Makya, and he started carving katsina dolls around 1940 until 2006. He started winning awards for his work by 1959 at such venues as the Heard Museum, Museum of Northern Arizona, and the Inter-tribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup. He's also known for his jewelry and textiles. Earl learned jewelry making his father Arthur. This buckle is hallmarked with a known Hopi hallmark, and there are many examples of this artist's jewelry with this hallmark. All Questions Welcomed. Note that the color in pictures may differ slightly from the true color due to lighting, flash, and screen settings. Please view my other items for unique vintage, designer, brand name, and collectable items. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE
Price: 189.95 USD
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
End Time: 2024-12-12T23:24:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9.25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Provenance: Purchased from Artist
Era: 1980 - 1990
Tribal Affiliation: HOPI
Artisan: Earl Yowetewa
Metal: Sterling Silver
Technique: Silver Overlay
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Handmade: Yes
