Hopi style overlay pieces
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@Kaliko Hi & Welcome! In the seller’s listing, he/she uses the word “Anglo”. This references a Non-Native American person. Sorry, I don’t have any info about Virginia Bradford. Maybe others here are familiar with this jewelry artist.
ETA: V. Bradford is listed in Bille Hougart’s 3rd edition NA/SW Hallmarks book. Her hallmark is listed under the category “Wind & Rain”. It’s not listed as a Rabbit Stick pictograph.
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Hi, and welcome! I agree with @Patina. My initial thought was, as you said, these pieces are not what one would expect with Hopi overlay. They appear well made in the Hopi design style. Maybe I’m being overly critical, but it bothers me when an Anglo uses a figural hallmark typical of what is used in NA jewelry. Funny thing is that I feel I’ve seen this hallmark before… Wish I knew more.
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Hopi style overlay pieces
Yeah, I remember a friend of mine called these folks making NA style items back in the 60’s “hippies artist.” Regardless…some made quite amazing jewelry (others not so amazing😆).
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Thing is, the artist is not known to be this individual, hence back story or connection to others is only speculation.
Anglo work is a thing, of course, and appreciated on its own terms. It’s just a different realm for people specifically focused on building collections of NA jewelry.
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@Kaliko I’ve purchased jewelry online for years from a trusted jewelry artist. She is not Native American. She’s Anglo, and doesn’t misrepresent herself. Jewelry like this is commonly referred to as being “Native American Style” or “Southwest” jewelry. Nothing wrong with purchasing this type of jewelry. Bille Hougart has several books available on Native American/Southwest Hallmarks identification, if you’re interested. His books are an invaluable resource.
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Why did you change ALL of your posts to “Hopi style overlay pieces?”
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