Santo Domingo Pueblo, Southwest
Depression era
Shell, turquoise-colored inlay, red and black materials, cord
Necklace length: 28 in / 71.1 cm; Pendant: 2 1/4 in / 5.7 cm
A Santo Domingo Pueblo Depression era necklace with a central inlaid thunderbird pendant and related pendant elements. Jewelry of this type reflects the resourceful use of available materials during the early 20th century, when Pueblo artists created visually strong pieces for both Native and outside markets.
Santo Domingo Pueblo, Southwest
Depression era
Shell, turquoise-colored inlay, red and black materials, cord
Necklace length: 28 in / 71.1 cm; Pendant: 2 1/4 in / 5.7 cm
A Santo Domingo Pueblo Depression era necklace with a central inlaid thunderbird pendant and related pendant elements. Jewelry of this type reflects the resourceful use of available materials during the early 20th century, when Pueblo artists created visually strong pieces for both Native and outside markets.