My latest find arrived today. A set consisting of a necklace, earrings, ring and cuff. As opposed to me making a long post on Ellen, I’ve simply included several book entries I found on her and which book each entry is from. I’ve looked fairly extensively and can not find another example of this exact diamond pattern. It’s one of the reasons I decided to get it. If you see another one let me know, I need a matching pin/broach, lol. Lastly, would anyone have an educated guess on the age? She was active for something like 60 years so if it was some of her early work it could be nearing 80 years old or it could possibly be as young as 20ish.
Thank you Q!, I’m trying to save up for fewer but better pieces as opposed to buying every little thing that catches my eye. Which can keep the reserves somewhat depleted.
I think the older Zuni inlay is my favorite, not so much the new micro-inlay though. But the collection is all tribes. Basketry, pottery, dolls, paintings, posters and all sorts of other things. From Inuit to Seminole.
Thanks @Jason that is great information to have. Do you know, just cuz I’m nosy, If Wesley is Amy’s maiden name, or if it is because she remarried? I have some things by her but never heard the Wesley name til last summer.
@TAH Yes, native as far as I know. They have some metal parts rings and buckles. The rest of that stuff on the shelves and some other stuff went into 4 used display cases I found cheap on Facebook Marketplace. Hopefully never to have to be dusted again.
That looks great! We have 7 seven foot tall barrister bookcases which are seeing more and more of my collection. They aren’t totally dust free but it’s a huge help.
