This
lovely bracelet is the work of well-known Hopi artist Ralph Tawangyaouma. Ralph
Tawangyaouma was actively making jewelry from 1906 into the late 1960’s. He was
known for his unique style in jewelry, not always traditional overlay Hopi
style. He was a very spiritual man and was a Two-Horned Priest in his Hotevilla
Village. He worked for a period of time in Phoenix Arizona as a silversmith for
Fred Wilson’s TP and Vaughn’s. His work is highly collectable and adored by
many!
This
unique cuff
offers the best of Ralph's amazing abilities as an artist and also a vintage
piece of history. A smooth bezel holds a colorful Petrified Wood stone. This stone has deep orange and black patterns. Set on a tri-wire
shank, with 2 twist wires in the center. Beautifully stamped silver ornaments are placed on the sides.
The center of the
cuff measures 1 3/8" wide, tapering to 1/2" at bottom terminals. The
inside measures 5 3/8" with a 1" opening. Slightly adjustable. The cuff is hallmarked with Ralph’s rain
cloud and H.