{"product_id":"vintage-kc-zuni-two-sided-kachina-channel-inlay-pendant-necklace-estate","title":"Vintage - K.C. Zuni Two-Sided Kachina Channel Inlay Pendant Necklace - Estate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary vintage Zuni pendant by artist \u003cstrong\u003eK.C.\u003c\/strong\u003e of Zuni, New Mexico is one of the most remarkable examples of Zuni channel inlay artistry — a fully reversible two-sided pendant, each face depicting a different sacred Kachina figure in breathtaking detail against a deep black jet ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide One — Mudhead Kachina (Koyemsi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mudhead Kachina is rendered in warm cream and golden mother of pearl, his body engraved with a traditional cross motif and accented with a row of silver beads at the waist. His round jet head is set with silver dot eyes, and his elaborate headdress blazes with hand-cut tiles of turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, and jet — a burst of color against the dark ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide Two — Buffalo Kachina (Mosayru)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Buffalo Kachina is rendered in full channel inlay — a mosaic of precisely cut turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, jet, and abalone tiles that build the figure from headdress to feet with extraordinary detail. Turquoise buffalo horns crown the head; the body is layered in alternating bands of turquoise, coral, MOP, and jet; the legs and feet continue the pattern to the ground. A masterwork of Zuni lapidary precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth figures are set on a polished oval jet ground, framed by a hand-twisted rope bezel and a hand-stamped leaf border, with silver bead clusters at top and bottom. The pendant hangs from an open oval sterling silver frame on a 24-inch sterling silver serpentine chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 24.7 grams of sterling silver, this pendant wears with commanding presence. The hallmark \u003cstrong\u003eK.C. Zuni NM\u003c\/strong\u003e is engraved on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSigned \u003cstrong\u003eK.C., Zuni, NM\u003c\/strong\u003e (engraved on reverse), this pendant is the work of a master Zuni channel inlay artist. The two-sided format — each face a complete and distinct Kachina figure — represents an exceptional level of ambition and skill, making this piece a serious collector's find and a wearable work of ceremonial art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e K.C. (hallmark: K.C. Zuni NM)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTribe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zuni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-Sided Reversible Kachina Channel Inlay Pendant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mudhead Kachina — mother of pearl, jet, turquoise, coral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide Two:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffalo Kachina — turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, jet, abalone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished black jet oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twisted rope bezel, hand-stamped leaf border, open oval sterling silver hanger\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\" sterling silver serpentine chain (included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.7 grams (pendant)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark:\u003c\/strong\u003e K.C. Zuni NM (engraved)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage condition with rich patina consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind estate piece. Authenticity, artistry, and heritage are at the heart of every item we offer at Black Arrow Gallery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Arrow Native American Jewelry \u0026 Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49957702992109,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/7365\/files\/Vintage_K.C._Zuni_Two-Sided_Kachina_Channel_Inlay_Pendant_Necklace_24_Estate_Black_Arrow_Gallery.jpg?v=1778534547","url":"https:\/\/www.blackarrowgallery.com\/products\/vintage-kc-zuni-two-sided-kachina-channel-inlay-pendant-necklace-estate","provider":"Black Arrow Native American Jewelry \u0026 Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}