Ralph Tawangyaouma Turquoise and Sterling Silver Inlay Cuff Bracelet Pre-Columbian This is one of at

This is one of at least two colored prints he did in the early 1030's from drawings he made at Yosemite

The male is wearing a conical hat and holding a symbol of rank in his raised right hand

This is not a basket for someone who seeks perfection

Ixtlan del Rio style couple standing on broad oversized feet

primarily Quinault spruce root baskets

Ralph Tawangyaouma Turquoise and Sterling Silver Inlay Cuff Bracelet Pre-Columbian This is one of at\Ralph Tawangyaouma is a member of the Corn Clan of the Hopi tribe. He was predominantly active from 1906 in to the late 1960s. His work is noted for its heavy silver stampwork and set stones. Both these elements are noted in this striking cuff of inlaid turquoise triangles and notched edging on both sides of the cuff. This is a highly collectible piece by one of the finest traditional Hopi silversmiths. Ralph Tawangyaouma was deeply involved in Hopi