ZUNI Sterling Turquoise MOP 3-Pc Necklace Set ANSELM WALLACE “Desert Rose” Artisans: Anselm & Rosita Wallace Squash Blossom Style NecklaceEarringsRing ca. Late 1970’s – early 1980’s “DESERT ROSE” is the innovative signature design of acclaimed Zuni artisans, the late Anselm and Rosita Wallace. Set on a base of solid sterling silver, unique dimensional channel inlay flower petals glow richly with the cold fire of iridescent white mother of pearl and the warmth of old silver, with bright blue Sleeping Beauty turquoise centers as the perfect color accent. The necklace (naja) pendant features a large central flower and two smaller ones, with sculptural sterling leaves and stems, plus two additional flowers, all suspended by sterling link chain with traditional hook and eye closure. Earrings have stud backs. Ring is size 5. All completely original and in excellent condition. The Wallace’s have left a legacy of unparalleled beauty in design. Their rare and very collectible jewelry now resides in fine collections and museums, and is featured in books. Photos shown here of Anselm & Rosita Wallace, prominently featuring the Desert Rose collection, are from Zuni The Art & The People (1976) Measurements: 18-1/2″ from end to end Center Flower Pendant: 2-3/8″ wide x 2-1/8 high; Small Flowers approx. 1-1/8 diameter Earrings and ring: approx. Have a look at my other current auctions for a great variety of unique and beautiful vintage Native American jewelry. Thanks for stopping by… ZUNI Sterling Turquoise MOP 3-Pc Necklace Set ANSELM WALLACE “Desert Rose”. Artisans: Anselm & Rosita Wallace Squash Blossom Style NecklaceEarringsRing ca. Late 1970’s – early 1980’s. “DESERT ROSE” is the innovative signature design of acclaimed Zuni artisans, the late Anselm and Rosita Wallace. Set on a base of solid sterling silver, unique dimensional channel inlay flower petals. Glow richly with the cold fire of iridescent white mother of pearl and the warmth of old silver. With bright blue Sleeping Beauty turquoise centers as the perfect color accent. Photos shown here of Anselm & Rosita Wallace, prominently featuring the Desert Rose collection, are from Zuni The Art & The People (1976). Measurements: 18-1/2″ from end to end Center Flower Pendant: 2-3/8″ wide x 2-1/8 high; Small Flowers approx. 7/8 diameter Ring: Size 5 Weight: 47.7 grams. Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed! Track Page Views With. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “flax2goldvintage” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Anselm Wallace
- Style: 3-Piece Set Mosaic Inlay
- Type: Necklace Earrings Ring
- Base Metal: Sterling Silver
- Country of Origin: USA
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
- Handmade: Yes
- Main Stone: Mother of Pearl
- Metal: Sterling Silver
- Metal Purity: 925
- Necklace Length: 18.5
- Secondary Stone: Turquoise
- Signed: Yes
- Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
- Vintage: Yes