Diné Sterling Silver Bracelet with Lizard

Kee Yazzie's Masterpiece: A Sterling Silver Bracelet of Intricate Motifs

Crafted on the canvas of lustrously polished sterling silver, this bracelet is a testament to the artistic prowess of Kee Yazzie. It showcases a myriad of fascinating designs, meticulously carved into the piece, transforming it into a wearable work of art.

The front of the bracelet is dominated by a large lizard motif, intricately etched with remarkable detail. This central figure is surrounded by a constellation of smaller indented lizards, sun designs, bugs, hands, and a variety of other symbols, each contributing to the bracelet's rich tapestry of imagery. The outer surface of the bracelet, encircling these images, is textured in a coarse yet polished finish, adding a contrasting tactile element to the design.

The bracelet holds a delightful surprise on its underside, where a multitude of additional designs can be found. Echoing the motifs from the front, hands and sun images make a reappearance, joined by new symbols such as stars, stick figures, kites, and mountains. This hidden gallery of designs is presented on a smoothly finished surface, offering a pleasant contrast to the textured exterior.

This sterling silver bracelet, with its intricate carvings and thoughtful design, is more than just a piece of jewelry - it's a narrative in metal, a story told through the language of symbols, and a testament to the creative vision of Kee Yazzie.

The bracelet is signed KEE and the word Sterling underneath.

Kee Yazzie was born in Arizona in 1969 and went to college at Brigham Young University in Utah, studying architectural and drafting design. He is of Navajo and Hopi descent and is a self-taught artist who has been making jewelry since 1995. He has won awards from Eight Northern Pueblos, the Navajo Market at the Museum of Northern Arizona, the Heard Museum, in addition to many others. Interestingly, he also speaks multiple languages, including Laotian, Thai, and Khmer.

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Condition: very good condition

Provenance: this Diné Sterling Silver Bracelet with Lizard is from a private collection

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TAGS: Southwest Indian Jewelry, Navajo Nation, Hopi Pueblo, Kee Yazzie