Vintage Native American Pin Zuni Dan Simplicio Turquoise Coral Sterling Silver

  

This IMPORTANT vintage Native American hand made turquoise, coral, and Sterling silver pin was created by famed Zuni Pueblo artist, Dan Simplicio, and helps to cement his reputation as one of the greatest Zuni artists of all time. Simplicio, who is credited as the first Native American artist to set branch coral in jewelry, includes a large piece of red coral flanked by two blue turquoise stones, and stylized leaves of silver. Stamped silver drops and wires are attached to a hand cut silver backing.

Dan Simplicio 1917 - 1969; Zuni. One of the most innovative and wide-ranging Zuni artists, Simplicio was the first to develop styles and materials usage that have since become commonplace. He collaborated with a number of the most widely recognized masters of Zuni art, including Leekya Deyuse, Teddie Weahkee, Leo Poblano, Bernard Homer, and Lee Edaakie. Early in his career, Simplicio worked at C. Wallace's Zuni trading post, grinding and setting stones.

Wallace collected his work; and, when his collection was auctioned at Sotheby's in 1975, it included more than 50 pieces by Simplicio. Simplicio's jewelry has a highly individual look, resulting from its distinctive use of deep red branch coral with intense blue turquoise. Silver leaf work and stamped drops add texture and detail, creating a delicate counterpoint to the heavier turquoise and branch coral.

Be sure to keep your eyes open for more of our Dan Simplicio Collection. Unmarked as is appropriate for pieces of this age. Turquoise, Coral and Sterling Silver. Excellent condition with expected wear for its age with no damage. 1-7/8" wide x 2-3/8" tall.

30 Grams / over 1-1/8 Ounces. The item "Vintage Native American Pin Zuni Dan Simplicio Turquoise Coral Sterling Silver" is in sale since Thursday, April 13, 2017. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Pins, Brooches". The seller is "silveracrossborders" and is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Jewelry Type: Pin
• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Main Stone: Turquoise
• Country of Origin: United States
• Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
• Material: Turquoise, Coral and Sterling Silver
• Brand: Unbranded
• Signed?: Unsigned
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Artisan: Dan Simplicio
• Size: 1-7/8" wide x 2-3/8" tall
• Hallmark: Unmarked as is appropriate for pieces of this age.