Pauline Lonjose Sunface Multi-Gemstone Bolo Tie

Incorporate Native American tradition into your collection of wearable art with this beautifully crafted bolo tie an coordinating inlay tips was handcrafted by Zuni Pueblo artist Pauline Lonjose featuring black jet, blue turquoise, coral and mother of pearl. Created through the traditional Zuni jewelry technique of channel inlay, This bolo features a Sun Face and sun rays radiating out from the center.

Channel inlay is a distinctive jewelry technique closely associated with Native American people of the Southwest, particularly Zuni jewelers. When creating channel inlay jewelry, artists set precisely cut gemstones into pre-formed silver channels. The technique allows artists to use colorful combinations of gemstones in complex and creative patterns. Channel inlay requires masterful silversmithing and lapidary skills and is utilized by Native American jewelers to create magnificent jewelry pieces recognized for their craftsmanship and beauty as art.

Bolo measures 3" in diameter with a 40" braided leather cord. Comes with a certificate of authenticity.