Dominic Arquero Rawhide Mosaic Shell Design Earrings

Handcrafted by Cochiti Pueblo artist Dominic Arquero, hand painted and cut rawhide earrings with a beautiful turquoise and orange pattern are reminiscent of this Mosaic inlay style of jewelry. Mosaic inlay jewelry is a signature style of Santo Domingo jewelers. Artists create mosaic inlay by attaching tiny gemstone tiles to a shell base, forming colorful and unique patterns. The technique can be traced back to early forms of jewelry unearthed at Anasazi sites throughout the Southwest, Earrings measure 2-1/4" long and 1-1/2" wide, with a surgical steel French hooks. Come with a certificate of authenticity.