1970s Black Mexican Pottery Birds & Shell Heishi Necklace
This very unusual necklace combines elements of both traditional Native American and Mexican craftsmanship. The 18 individually handmade black pottery birds originate from Oaxaca. They are arranged along a strand of black shell heishi. Around the back of the neck is a length of the traditional wrapped cord often seen in antique Native American heishi necklaces.
Length is 33 inches. Each bird measures about 1 x 1/2 inch.
Excellent vintage condition.
This very unusual necklace combines elements of both traditional Native American and Mexican craftsmanship. The 18 individually handmade black pottery birds originate from Oaxaca. They are arranged along a strand of black shell heishi. Around the back of the neck is a length of the traditional wrapped cord often seen in antique Native American heishi necklaces.
Length is 33 inches. Each bird measures about 1 x 1/2 inch.
Excellent vintage condition.
This very unusual necklace combines elements of both traditional Native American and Mexican craftsmanship. The 18 individually handmade black pottery birds originate from Oaxaca. They are arranged along a strand of black shell heishi. Around the back of the neck is a length of the traditional wrapped cord often seen in antique Native American heishi necklaces.
Length is 33 inches. Each bird measures about 1 x 1/2 inch.
Excellent vintage condition.