Ernest Benally
(Diné, b. 1959)
Mosaic Inlay Necklace and Post Earrings
lot of 2, both signed ERNEST BENALLY with a hogan hallmark, the earring are marked STERLING, includes:
a single-strand necklace strung with lapis beads accented by turquoise, spiny oyster, and silver beads; a central lapis bead with mosaic inlay is the focal point
length 27-1/2 inches, weight 57.9 dwt.
matching post earrings
length 1-1/4 inches x width 3/4 inch each, combined weight7.4 dwt.