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Eddie Beyuka ---- Bolo Tie --- Headdress Dancer design with Drum Bead Tips

$ 673.2

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Condition: Private Collection item. Mint condition. No flaws. No defects.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Origin: Zuni Pueblo
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Artisan: Eddie A. Beyuka
  • Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
  • Provenance: Ownership History Available
  • Handmade: Yes

    Description

    Eddie A. Beyuka --- Zuni --- (1920--2002).  Possibly the best known Bolo Tie maker from the Zuni Pueblo.
    Noted for kachinas and dancers designs used for the actual bolos.  Skilled silversmith and jeweler.
    Used a wide variety of inlay materials in his famous bolos. Creations in many collections and museums.
    Survived the Bataan Death March in World War II.  Learned his trade skills after World War II.
    Won many awards for his creations and designs.  Featured in many publications !
    Bolo Tie with headdress dancer design bolo and woven leather tie.  Sterling silver metal base and tips.
    Total weight of bolo tie = 2.8 oz.  Total length of leather tie = 36 inches.
    Bolo dimensions -------- Length = 4 5/8 inches.   Width = 2 5/8 inches.
    Sterling silver tips measure 2.25 inches long.  Drum beads measure 3/4 inch length.
    Inlays of turquoise, jet, mop and shell.