KENNETH BEGAY WHITE HOGAN CONCHO BELT

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Artist: Kenneth Begay

Circa: 1950's

Provenance: Private Collector

Our Price: $3,500.00

Availability: Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Business Days
Product Code: CBKBB1

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This stunning silver concho belt/hat band/ purse strap ornament offers the refined modernist designs of the White Hogan Shop’s silver jewelry, lead by artist Kenneth Begay. Kenneth Begay (1913–1977) was called the "father of modern Navajo jewelry" for his unique and creative modern designs. Although his career began from the traditional jewelry teachings of Fred Peshlakai, Kenneth took his talent beyond those early lessons. He created elegant, clean designs with balance and beauty! This beautiful belt depicts his style of work perfectly. Simple elegance!

This swirl, domed design is one of the most attractive creations done by Kenneth. He crafted this design in the 1950's and it has been highly collectable from the beginning. The buckle measure 2" by 1 1/2" , with the smaller conchos measuring 1 1/4" by 1 1/8". This belt was made for someone lucky enough to have a small waist, thus we tried it as a hat band and as a purse strap ornament and it worked perfectly for both. It could be easily converted upon request. The length is 28 3/4" long. Absolutely beautiful on! It is hallmarked with the White Hogan’s shop mark, KB, an etched sterling and handmade.