Lawrence Saufkie (1935-2011)

Lawrence Saufkie, Hopi Pueblo, Bear Clan, active ca 1974-2011: silver overlay, set stones jewelry; textiles, musical instruments.

Lawrence was the grandson of Andrew Hermaquaftewa and Ella Quaventhka; son of Paul Saufkie Sr. and Ruby Saufkie; brother of Andrew Saufkie, Paul Saufkie, Jr., Vaughn Saufkie; husband of Griselda Saufkie; father of Wilmer Saufkie Lomayaoma; uncle of Bob Sekakuku. Lawrence learned from his father Paul Saufkie Sr... Lawrence collaborated sometime with his wife Griselda. His hallmark is a bear.

Lawrence Saufkie was designated an Arizona Living Treasure in 2002.

Text and Artists' image source courtesy of Gregory Schaaf. Hallmark image source: Adobe Gallery.

Reference: American Indian Jewelry III: M-Z 2,100 Artist Biographies by Gregory and Angie Yan Schaaf.

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