Early Native American Santo Domingo Pueblo Spondylus Heishi Necklace Harpocrates To navigate the challenges of

To navigate the challenges of daily life

is beautifully glazed in a moss-green sancai lead glaze

and libations

This remarkable hand-modeled stoneware figure represents a seated woman

Early Native American Santo Domingo Pueblo Spondylus Heishi Necklace Harpocrates To navigate the challenges ofSanto Domingo Pueblo (Kewa), early to mid 20th century, northern New Mexico, United States A fantastic example of classic Native American craftsmanship, this exquisite necklace showcases the timeless artistry of Santo Domingo Pueblo jewelry making. The aged necklace consists of eleven cut and polished "corn kernels" made from spondylus (spiny oyster) shell, separated by cream white heishi beads crafted from the scarce conch shella material rarely used