Inlay Pueblo Jar Suspended from a Turquoise and Pipestone Necklace

This necklace is a remarkable example of Kewa (Santo Domingo) Pueblo craftsmanship, merging the architectural forms of traditional pottery with the precision of fine lapidary work. This wearable masterpiece by Michael Rosetta features a miniature polychrome olla pendant, meticulously executed in stone-to-stone mosaic inlay. The pendant showcases a vibrant palette of turquoise, jet, luminous mother-of-pearl, and earthy pipestone, all perfectly fitted to create a seamless, three-dimensional form. Suspended from a refined heishi strand of turquoise, jet, and pipestone, the piece serves as a sophisticated testament to Kewa artistic tradition.

Originally purchased in 1975 directly from the artist, this necklace possesses an exceptional provenance that marks a significant era in contemporary Pueblo jewelry. Drawing from a rich tapestry of cultural influences, J. Michael Rosetta is a contemporary jeweler from Kewa Pueblo (formerly Santo Domingo) whose work represents a bold evolution of Southwestern artistry.

Condition: very good condition

Provenance: this Inlay Pueblo Jar Suspended from a Turquoise and Pipestone Necklace was originally purchased in 1975 directly from the artist, Michael Rosetta.

Recommended Reading: The Indian Arts of New Mexico, Volume 2.

TAGS:  Southwest Indian Jewelry, Kewa Pueblo, Michael Rosetta