Item No.: ATF400101
Introducing jewelry by Art Tafoya, a traditional-style artist of Yaqui and Spanish heritage, newly represented by LONGBRANCH.
According to Art, no shop in Japan had previously carried his work. LONGBRANCH and New York's Radiance Trading Co. are now working together to introduce his jewelry to Japan.
Art began silversmithing at the age of 12 and, at 70 at the time of this introduction, was still creating energetically.
Influenced by the renowned Navajo silversmith Fred Peshlakai, Art uses stamps he makes himself. His jewelry recalls Peshlakai's work while showcasing his own distinctive stamp designs.
His extensive knowledge of Peshlakai's jewelry informed Steven Curtis's book Navajo Silversmith Fred Peshlakai, which also features Art's work.
Look forward to more jewelry by Art Tafoya through our Tokyo and New York collaboration.
This butterfly pin is one of his signature insect designs, made using his own handmade stamps.
Material: Sterling silver
Stone: Morenci turquoise (Arizona)
Dimensions: Height 5.6 cm; width 7.4 cm
Artist: Art Tafoya (Yaqui and Spanish heritage)
