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Carnelian, Montana Agate and Peridot Pendant
by L. Bruce Hodgins, Navajo
Description: Figure pendant on handmade silver chain.
About this Award: Art works winning acquisition awards become part of the museum's permanent collections. They are chosen for their technique and artistry as well as for the way in which they compare and contrast with other items in our collections. Any medium is eligible.
Jurors’ Comments:
Diane Dittemore & Patrick Lyons: Bruce’s work continues to demonstrate a wonderful eye in his selection of stones, and great artistry in the bold, clean lines of this pendant. ASM has other examples of Bruce’s work that were prizewinners in past SWIAFs, and so we will be able to demonstrate his development as an artist through the years
Photo by Emily Kleinkauf