Navajo Artisans - CLARISSA & VERNON HALE - Hand Cut Lapis Cluster with Hand Made Link Chain!
Navajo Artisans - CLARISSA & VERNON HALE - Hand Cut Lapis Cluster with Hand Made Link Chain!
DESCRIPTION:
Designed in a simplistic style,but not simple in workmanship, everything & anything that it took to make this deserves appreciation for the fact that not only are ALL the stones cut & shaped by hand,but the remarkable chain was as well!!!!
It was made by using the large size Lapis cuts as the pivot & then working around them, by laying each of the smaller shapes in their proper place so the form has a perfect triangular look..
In comparison to many SW pieces,this is not "Over the Top" in size,but rather has a 'just right' feel for those who like a more 'simple statement' with necklaces they wear.
The links have a good size opening,so the chain will also work as an extender..So if you want to bring it up higher,you would just hook the hook anywhere within the chain! If you want to wear it longer,you can either make an extender yourself or have one made! Even the hook & eye closure is hand made!
It's nice to see when artists such as these,spend numerous hours on a piece that can only ensure you, that not only is the piece going to be made right,but everything will be done by hand,from beginning to end!! They do,what many don't! THIS is the beauty of the Hale's work!
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MINI BIO:
Navajo artisan Clarissa Hale is probably one of the most impressive jeweler's I work with.There isn't much you can't ask her to do or put in front of her, that she can't make & make it beyond perfect!! Making jewelry is in Clarissa's DNA by being taught & influenced by her Mom & Dad ALICE & DAVID LISTER, (who are also some of the most reputable in the industry!!) Clarissa is a jeweler who 'get's it".. She is the epitome of a 'true' artist who definitely knows what she's doing & why she is doing it!!
Any beginner buyer can just look at anything that she & her husband Vernon make & be able to tell that they are not only skilled at what they do,but will also be able to see what sets them apart from the rest when jewelry is placed side by side! Striving to only make "Above Average" jewelry,you are ensured to get only the highest quality jewelry made from them that can be cherished a lifetime! I am very honored to bring this caliber of jewelry to you by the Hale's!
To learn more about this husband/wife team,use the drop down & click on”About the Artist”
ARTIST:Vernon & Clarissa Hale Made Exclusively for Plata de Santa Fe Jewelry
TRIBE: Navajo
METAL: Sterling
FINISH: Lightly Oxidized
WEARABLE LENGTH: 18"(Without Cluster)
CLUSTER MEASUREMENT: 3" X 2-1/2"
WEIGHT: 79 Grams (2.80 Ounces)
STONE: Hand Cut & Shaped Lapis
CLOSURE: Hook & Eye
HALLMARK:V & C HALE/STERLING
Will Come Gift Boxed