PAIR Silver Ladderback Three-Tier Turquoise Earrings

Zuni Ladderback Earrings: A Cascade of Turquoise

This breathtaking pair of Zuni Pueblo ladderback earrings represents the pinnacle of Native American artistry, offering a veritable cascade of vibrant color and intricate silverwork.

The design ascends with graceful symmetry across three meticulous tiers. The composition begins with a harmonious duet of deep, striking blue-green turquoise stones, each one perfectly cradled in a smooth, custom-fit silver bezel. The second tier descends to a trio of these mesmerizing gems, adding visual depth and rhythmic movement. The final, widest tier culminates in a quartet of these richly hued treasures.

The delicate silver framework, which is meticulously finished with fine hand-stamping, serves as an elegant counterpoint to the intense beauty and saturation of the turquoise. This piece is more than jewelry; it is a wearable sculpture that eloquently speaks to the mastery of Zuni silversmithing. The earrings are professionally fashioned for pierced ears, ready to be a versatile and dazzling addition to any collection

Condition: very good condition

Provenance: this PAIR Silver Ladderback Three-Tier Turquoise Earrings is from a client of Adobe Gallery

Recommended Reading: Navajo and Pueblo Earrings 1850-1945 - Collected by Robert V. Gallegos by Robert Bauver, The Rio Grande Press

TAGS: Zuni Pueblo, Southwest Indian Jewelry