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Chulucana Lovers

by jody on Apr.30, 2009, under Collectibles, Figurine

Chulucana Lovers

Hand molded  clay 13.5”x10.5”x9.5”
Hand sculpted clay and hand painted Chulucana Lovers.
The primary material used for Chulucana  Pottery is native Peruvian clay and mango leaves. The artist starts kneading the clay until it is easy to mold and use the paddle and the polishing stone to give it shape. Then the piece is placed in a low firing oven to obtain what is called bisque. Then the piece is placed in another kiln fed with mango leaves to acquire the semi-dark hue characteristic of Chulucana ceramics.

Shop: El Picaflor
Price: $125.00
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Carol Webb Flower Silver Earrings

by jody on Apr.29, 2009, under Earrings, Jewelry

 
Carol Webb Flower Silver Earrings

22K gold and 14K gold posts

Carol Webb is a jewelry artist from California. She has worked in fine silver and gold for over 25 years. Carol has spent some time in China and Japan, where the language of pattern makes a very strong impression. Her main emphasis is the relationship of pattern to form. Photoetching allows her to apply an almost unlimited variety of patterns to her desings.

Shop: Geoffrey Roth
Price: $200.00
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Australian Opal Inlay Starburst Pendant

by jody on Apr.28, 2009, under Jewelry, Pendant

Australian Opal Inlay Starburst Pendant

Mark Hileman
14k gold
starburst pendant with blue/green fire opal.
1 1/4″ x 3/4″

Mark and his sons, John and Matt, craft high quality 14k gold jewelry using the finest Australian crystalline fire opals.  Mark’s architectural background shows in his attention to detail and design elements of all his pieces. This is one of Mark’s newest designs, incorporating blue/green fire opal, red fire opal and brushed gold “petals”.  This pendant could be worn equally well at the base of the throat, or on a long chain.

Shop: Environmental Realists
Price: $2580.00
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Amazon Grande

by jody on Apr.27, 2009, under Clothing

Joan McGee-Florida
Handwoven and dyed silk Size-medium
Fiber content: silk
 
A passion for design and creation in a silken medium, Work Designer Joan McGee brings a lifetime of experience with the finest cloths and the most accomplished fabric designers to her artistic fashion presentations. Using delicate European materials, McGee looms, weaves, paints, and pleats her own magnificent fabrics, many of which she then forms into unique ensemble creations. Centered on refined creative techniques, most notably Shibori, the Japanese art of resistance dyeing. Joan McGee designs are about making a woman feel extraordinarily special and beautiful. Jackets can be completely lined with hand painted and dyed silk. Contact Gallery about other pieces available and custom orders. Jackets available in lengths from waist to full.
Shop: Isadora
Price: $1500.00
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Aida Peacock/purse

by jody on Apr.26, 2009, under Accessories, Clothing, Collectibles, Purse

Aida Peacock/purse

Bozenna and Lukasz Bogucki-California
Wire mesh stainless purses 10”x5”x3.5”

Peacock feathers under mesh and metal hand crafted. The Opera Collection is a truly unique line of handbags and exquisite accessories imagined and handcrafted by Bozenna and Lukasz Bogucki in their Los Angeles studio. This elegant collection consists of over 30 models named after famous operas. Several grades of stainless steel wire mesh are used: from the fine one with an appearance and feel of silk to the rigid one with more industrial look. 24K gold plating, 23K gold leaf, copper or brass widens color selection of the line. Other effects are achieved by various treatments involving ultrasounds, high temperature, pressure, etc. In most models, multiple layers of mesh are used to create a moiré effect. Each bag is named for an opera. This bag has real peacock feathers under the metal mesh. Bag comes in a dust bag. Combination of models and styles offers few hundred variations in this exclusive collection. Contact gallery about other purses in this collection.

Shop: Isadora
Price: $250.00
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Laser Glass Starfish

by jody on Apr.25, 2009, under Collectibles, Figurine, Fine Art, Glass Craft

 
Laser Glass Starfish

6” Diameter Hand cast dichroic glass and crystal starfish.

Each one of Laser Glass Art’s Inner Glow Collection shells is comprised of 45% leaded crystal. They are individually hand-cast from actual seashells and contain a specialized, dichroic coating which gives them their unique inner glow. Dichroic glass is manufactured by evaporating extremely thin layers of metallic oxides onto glass in a carefully controlled vacuum. The artistic combination of natural shapes and optical coatings characterize their unique products. Dichroic glass is very light reactive, therefore the intensity of the starfish’s color varies depending on its surroundings.

Shop: Kuivato Glass Gallery
Price: $115.00
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Dee Nez Coral Earrings

by jody on Apr.24, 2009, under Earrings, Jewelry

 
Sterling silver, Oxblood Coral
15.” length

Beautiful earrings by noted Navajo jeweler Dee Nez. Hand fabricated Sterling silver set with Oxblood Coral . One of a kind. Signed by the artist.

Shop: Nectar
Price: $195.00
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Mesquite table lamp/Copper shade

by jody on Apr.23, 2009, under Home Accessories, Home Furnishings

Mesquite table lamp/ Copper shade

Point of Sedona Gallery.
Unique handmade mesquite lamps. 
Hand sanded mesquite wood, crafted into beautiful table lamps. 
Can have turquoise inlay in wood.  Copper shades.

Shop: Point of Sedona
Price: $595.00
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Red Rock Crossing Music Box

by jody on Apr.22, 2009, under Collectibles, Jewelry, Jewelry Box, Music Box

Red Rock Crossing Music Box

Wood finish 7” x 5.25” x 2.5” or  5” x 4” x 2.5”
High gloss, cherry finish Music Box with Red Rock Crossing scene.
An elegant music box that combines photography and craftsmanship to create a unique product. The stunning image of the Red Rock Crossing is enhanced with a richly crafted music box. Rich burgundy velvet lining showcases musical movement. Call us to select a special tune.

Shop: Sedona Music Boxes
Price: $55.00

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Life Underground II

by jody on Apr.21, 2009, under Fine Art, Home Accessories, Oil Painting, Wall Art

Life Underground II

Sedona Artist Erin Lofton
Collaged texture mediums with inks, pencil & powders on stretched cotton canvas. Framed as shown.
This is one of a duo of paintings representing the Life Force of flowers emerging from the soil and their joining the material experience above ground. The abstracted or symbolic imagery also speaks of human celebration after having discovered the rich life within and emerging from solitude to share beauty and unity with all that lives.

Shop: Verdigris Gallery
Price: $3900.00
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