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Rainbow Man inlaid bolo tie
Rainbow Man inlaid bolo tie
Object Number 995-29-10/73057
Display Title Rainbow Man inlaid bolo tie
Descriptions
Object Description Zuni bolo slider from 1950s-1970s, with somewhat abstract mosaic inlay of dancing rainbow man in mother-of-pearl, turquoise, jet, and coral. Kilt, chest, head, arms, and headdress with silver trim. Very typical Zuni design, mediocre workmanship. Braided leather cord with silver end-pieces. 7 x 3.4 x 0.9 cm (H x W x Depth); total cord length approx 104 cm.
Inventory Description Bolo tie, silver slider with multi-colored stone and shell inaid human figure.
Classification
  • Tie
Department Ethnographic
Date 1950-1979
Culture
  • Zuñi
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / New Mexico
Materials Silver, Mother of pearl, Turquoise, Jet, Coral
Dimensions Overall: 7 x 3.4 x 0.9 cm (2 3/4 x 1 5/16 x 3/8 in.) Distance (Cord length): 104 cm
Quantity 1
Label on object 995-29-10/73057
Provenance
Collector Dr. William R. Wright (1995)
Donor Dr. William R. Wright (1995)

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