{"product_id":"bowekaty-zuni-bell-blossoms-squash-turquoise-necklace","title":"Mid-Century Zuni Turquoise Snake Eye Cluster Bell-Shaped Squash Blossom Necklace","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"827\" data-start=\"134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American turquoise cluster squash blossom necklace with bell-shaped blossoms\u003cbr data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"114\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural turquoise snake-eye cabochons\u003cbr data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychrome turquoise in sky-blue, robin’s egg blue, and celadon green tones\u003cbr data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive bell-shaped blossoms with stones framing each opening\u003cbr data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver, unmarked\u003cbr data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsigned | attributed to Bernard Bowekaty, Zuni artist\u003cbr data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1940s–1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsigned and unstamped mid-century Zuni squash blossom necklace\u003cbr data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: opera length — rests at the bust on most wearers and spans the upper chest\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja: 2\" x 1 7\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length: approx. 1 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads: approx. 6 mm, strung on double-wire \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 25\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClasp: hook and eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 111.8 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"295\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThis 111.8-gram turquoise squash blossom necklace is a strong mid-century Zuni collector example, built around finely arranged snake-eye cabochons. The varied turquoise palette gives the necklace a subtle polychrome rhythm across the blossoms and naja without overwhelming the refined stonework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"664\" data-start=\"297\"\u003eThe blossoms are especially important to the attribution, with signature bell-shaped forms and stones framing each opening — construction traits strongly associated with Bernard Bowekaty’s documented cluster work. Sawtooth bezels, tight stone placement, balanced symmetry, and restrained sterling structure keep the focus on the turquoise while highlighting the precision of the Zuni composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"921\" data-start=\"666\"\u003eBench-made beads strung on wire and a hook-and-eye clasp complete the necklace with period-appropriate construction. Together, the scale, color variation, and blossom form give this piece the presence collectors look for in early Zuni squash blossom work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"382\" data-start=\"131\"\u003eBernard Bowekaty is identified in gallery references and Native American jewelry literature as a Zuni artist active from the 1940s through the 1970s. Hallmark references associate his signed work with back-to-back BB initials followed by ZUNI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"811\" data-start=\"384\"\u003eBowekaty is recognized for refined snake-eye turquoise cluster compositions, strong symmetry, intricate stone placement, and signature bell-shaped blossom forms. While this necklace is unsigned, its blossom construction, stone placement, symmetry, and overall composition are consistent with documented Bernard Bowekaty work. SCJ presents this as an attributed example based on those observed traits rather than a signed piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46099260440773,"sku":"00061NEMNJ12738","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/4190085-2.png?v=1776623088","url":"https:\/\/www.silvercactusjewelry.com\/products\/bowekaty-zuni-bell-blossoms-squash-turquoise-necklace","provider":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}