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Bear Dreams of a Dance
Bear Dreams of a Dance
Bear Dreams of a Dance

Bear Dreams of a Dance

Artist (born 1951)
Date1991
Mediumsilver, gold, lapis lazuli, black coral, turquoise, black opal, powi shell, opal, coral, sugarlite, tannerlite turquoise, chryophase, forged metal
Dimensions21 × 3 1/2 in. (53.3 × 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsJewelry & Adornment
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1989 General Obligation Bonds
Object numberPC1991.40.1
DescriptionA three strand silver necklace featuring silver beads of assorted shapes and sizes, each uniquely decorated with stamped designs or mosaic inlay. The silver centerpiece is bear shaped with channel inlay work and stamped designs, including the whirling logs motif.
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