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Vintage John Gordon Leak Sterling Silver Inlaid Zuni Knife Wing Bracelet, 1938
About the Item
Strikingly beautiful historic Knife Wing design inlaid sterling silver cuff bracelet set with natural turquoise, spiny oyster shell, and mother of pearl inlaid into a black jet background. Made by the Zuni Master John Gordon Leak, also known as J. G. Leekety, specifically for and purchased by Robert Wallace, of the renowned Zuni trading family in 1938. Robert Wallace Collection, Wallace catalog inventory #RZ 124.
Wonderful example of the finest stone-to-stone inlay by the Zuni Master John Gordon Leak.
Inlaid element measuring 1 1/8 inches H. x 1 1/8 inches in Diameter.
Bracelet measures 1 5/8 inches H. overall, 2.50 inches W. with inside measurement of 5 ¼ inches and a 1 ¼ inch opening.
John Gordon Leak is considered one of the best of the first generation of Zuni stone carving and inlay artists. He is best known for figures inlaid into a black jet background. While others at Zuni used this same technique, his designs stand above them all. His work was prominently featured in the 1975 Sotheby's auction of the C.G. Wallace collection and is both highly collectible and sought after.
I am the third owner of this rare and amazing piece that has not appeared on the market since 1988.
- Creator:John Gordon Leak
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- Weight:79.1 g
- Dimensions:Height: 1.63 in (41.41 mm)Width: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1938
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2705216105932
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