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28" Sarah Duboise Navajo pearl sterling silver oval melon beaded necklace. Selling the necklace shown in good condition with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa last quarter of the 20th century. 28.5" long. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver.
Sarah Duboise is considered by many to be the predominant beadmaker in Navajo tradition. To this day her progeny continue that tradition in that she has granddaughters who are now known for their own hand made bead work. She's the best there is or was, however. And for generations to come, the beads I am offering here will be viewed as the best. These beads were entirely hand made by Sarah Duboise from ingot and they are lovely. They are strung on sterling silver foxtail chain, which is in my opinion the best for flexibility and strength. There are also matching earrings. They are simple, elegant, and suitable for all and any occasions. They were made as part of the "Zuni Sacred Mountain" Collection, in a limited edition. Sarah Duboise is discussed in many books such as Schaaf's Biographies book Volume 1 and she began work in the 1970s or earlier. Her work resides in major galleries and museums such as the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe.
