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6.5" Andrew Dewa Zuni sterling silver intarsia inlay cuff bracelet turquoise. Tested and guaranteed solid sterling silver with weight and measurements in pictures. Circa third quarter of the 20th century with age appropriate wear.. The size at the beginning of the title includes the gap.
Andrew Dewa was a Zuni silversmith active from the 1960s until his passing in 2001. He is celebrated for his precise mosaic inlay, often featuring intricate designs like the sunface, kachina figures, and antelope dancers. Dewa was known for his "raised and carved" inlay, which gave his pieces a distinct dimensional quality. He worked with sterling silver and materials like turquoise, coral, jet, and mother of pearl.
Andrew Dewa learned the craft from his parents, Anita and Leroy Dewa. His brother, Don Dewa, is also a highly regarded Zuni jeweler, known for his sunface inlay designs.
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