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Archive for July, 2009

Morenci Turquoise 14K Ring

by jody on Jul.21, 2009, under Uncategorized

Morenci Turquoise 14k Ring

Ken and Barbara Newman
3/4″ x 1/2″ size 7

A great holiday gift idea from Environmental Realists

 Arizona artists Barbara and Ken Newman design each piece individually to suit the stone they are working with.  Using a variety of techniques (including construction, lost wax casting, and forging) to craft one-of-a-kind pieces, they create incredibly unique jewelry.  This Morenci mined turquoise ring is a fine example of their craftsmanship at work—note how the gold echoes the matrix in the stone itself, wrapping it’s tendrils around it and embracing it.  A true delight!  This ring can be sized.

Shop: Environmental Realists
Price: $780.00

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Set of 3 Heart Bowls

by jody on Jul.20, 2009, under Ceramic, Collectibles

 
A great holiday gift idea from Esteban’s
Large bowl is approximately 7” by 3 ¼” high
Medium bowl is approximately 5 ¼” X 3” high
Small bowl is approximately 3” x 2” high
Dishwasher, microwave, oven safe and lead free. Each piece is handmade, wheel-thrown stoneware, so expect some variation in size and glaze.
Shop: Esteban’s
Price: $64.00
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Kokopelli Ornament

by jody on Jul.19, 2009, under Ceramic, Collectibles, Ornament

Kokopelli Ceramic Ornament

5”H Glazed Ceramic Kokopelli Ornament

A great holiday gift idea from Feliz Navidad. Each kokopelli ornament has been designed, sculpted, molded, slip-cast, glazed, and kiln fired by husband and wife, Arizona artists. The designs are penciled onto the ornaments and hand glazed. Each color contains three to five coats of glaze applied  by brush. The ornaments are bisque fired at 1900 degrees, glazed fired to 1800 degrees and are very durable. Variations in color are natural to this item and make it unique.

Shop: Feliz Navidad
Price: $15.99
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Bunz Platinum Pendant

by jody on Jul.18, 2009, under Diamond, Gold, Jewelry, Necklace, Pendant

Bunz Platinum Pendant

Platinum and 18K red gold pendant with three diamonds by Bunz.

A great holiday gift idea from Geoffrey Roth

In search of new perspectives and new worlds in the jewelry industry, the German designer Georg Bunz has chosen a distinctly different way. This led to a new design and technical evolution with a number of patented creations and international copywrite for platinum and gold jewelry and watches.

Shop: Geoffrey Roth
Price: $1033.00
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John Davis Rattles

by jody on Jul.17, 2009, under Ceramic, Collectibles

John Davis Rattles

2.5”x2.5” Hand crafted Raku ceramic rattles.

A great holiday gift idea from Gifted Hands Gallery

Rattles have been used by many civilizations during ceremonies to
ensure blessings.  Use this rattle to bring some blessings into your
life.  Rattle your cares away or keep your papers from blowing away!

Shop: Gifted Hands Gallery
Price: $24.00

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“Old Cowpoke”

by jody on Jul.16, 2009, under Ceramic, Collectibles, Figurine, Fine Art, Sculpture, Southwestern Art

“Old Cowpoke”

Bob Black
Hand-built clay figure 16.5” high, 4” wide, 4” deep

A great holiday gift idea from Inner Eye Gallery

Cowboy with rope and leather saddle

Arizona artist Bob Black’s clever and whimsical “People Pottery” has been a favorite for many years.  Made of clay, every figure has its own distinctive personality.  Black’s characters take on his moods and, by using photos and descriptions, he can make them to resemble just about anyone.  “Making the figures is therapeutic.  I can release all my aggressions with these guys”.  We know you will enjoy your one-of-a-kind piece.  You may even find yourself talking to it.

Shop: Inner Eye Gallery
Price: $175.00
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Aaron’s or Lismore Cross

by jody on Jul.15, 2009, under Cross, Jewelry, Pendant, Silver

Aaron’s or Lismore Cross

Byron Mckeown- Sedona, AZ
Sterling silver 1.5”x1.5”

1100 AD Ireland

A great holiday gift idea from Isadora
This cross illustrates a passage from the Book of Exodus, 7:10. This cross comes with a historical information card. A collection of crosses created by Byron and Deanne McKeown, created from their historical research on crosses and rosaries worldwide. Cast in sterling silver, gold, vermeil, semi-precious and precious stones, these designs are exclusive to the McKeown Galleries.

Shop: Isadora
Price: $52.00
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Gartner/Blade covered bowl with bone & tendril finial

by jody on Jul.14, 2009, under Collectibles, Fine Art, Glass Craft, Home Accessories

Gartner/Blade Covered Bowl with bone & tendril finial

8” Diameter 
Hand-blown Glass

A wonderful holiday gift idea from Kuivato Glass Gallery
Gartner/Blade Covered Bowl with Bone & Tendril finial.
Stephen Gartner and Danielle Blade have been combining their individual ideas, techniques and experiences to create original hand-blown and sculpted glass pieces for over 10 years. The inspiration for many of their pieces comes from their mutual fascination with the use of found objects in the rituals of primitive cultures. In their pieces they hope to convey a reverence for and an understanding of the value of our natural resources. Each hand-blown piece is lidded, meaning the top is removable. Each piece has a very organic yet elegant look. 

Shop: Kuivato Glass Gallery
Price: $950.00
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Notched Plate

by jody on Jul.13, 2009, under Home Accessories, Home Furnishings, Sculpture, Wall Art

Notched Plate

Nancy Young 28″ diameter x 3″ deep  Cast Paper Wall Sculpture. Handmade Paper with Metal Patina.

A great holiday gift idea from LaFuente Gallery
Nancy J. Young incorporates Native American designs into her art that truly represents the influences of the American Southwest. The use of handmade paper allows Nancy to express her art with more depth and character that complements many types of decor.

Shop: La Fuente Gallery
Price: $695.00
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“Truth”

by jody on Jul.12, 2009, under Fine Art, Giclee, Home Accessories, Home Furnishings, Oil Painting, Southwestern Art, Wall Art

“Truth”

Douglas Edward Andrews 
“Truth” Cathedral Rock, Sedona AZ. Giclee available. 14×18 inches

A great holiday gift idea from Point of Sedona. Douglas Edward Andrews captures the beauty of Sedona’s red rock country, famous Cathedral Rock.  Andrews, well known to the southwest, has been painting in Sedona for 30 years.

Shop: Point of Sedona
Price: $145.00
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