Bolo, Repurposed, Ancient Pueblo Pottery Shard, Oscar Betz, 3408
A NEW AESTHETIC FROM OSCAR BETZ.
The creations are contemporary but the elements are ancient. Branching out from his signature silhouette of southwestern chandeliers, legendary lapidarist Oscar Betz is showcasing a duo of ancient pottery shards set in an ornate hand-crafted silver bolo slide. The cord is a traditional braided leather tipped with sterling silver aiguillettes.Â
Oscar Betz (1954-; Anglo), Stone sets; stamp work.
Mark: Oscar Betz (script)
Santa Fe, New Mexico artist, Oscar Betz, has been a favorite of collectors and celebrities since the 1970s. Â
He is known for his original stone sets and one of a kind jewelry and is famous for perfecting the featherweight, Southwest Chandelier earring.
- artist: Oscar Betz
- hallmarks: Oscar Betz, Santa Fe, N.M.
- materials: sterling silver, ancient Pueblo pottery shard, leather cord
- measurements: 2 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ stones, cord is 31″
- weight: 55 grams
- repurposed Pueblo pottery shard
- style: JN3408