Description
- Hopi artist, Loren Qumawunu created this beautiful pendant through the overlay technique.
- Hopi overlay is constructed from two layers of sterling silver. A design is cut out with a jeweler’s saw by hand. This top design layer is then silver soldered to another sheet, the bottom layer, of silver.
- Texturing is added to the bottom layer in all the open areas of the design using a hammer and a small punch.
- The bottom layer is then oxidized to enhance the design.
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Condition
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Vintage, as pictured
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Length of Earrings
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1″ long (1-3/4″ w/hook) x 3/8″ wide
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Composition
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Sterling Silver
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Weight in grams
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4.2
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Artist’s Identity
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Loren Qumawunu, Hopi Silversmith |
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Hallmarks
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Qumawunu
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