Carl and Irene Clark Micro-Inlaid Silver Bolo Tie
$22,000.00
Carl and Irene Clark
Navajo jewelers Carl and Irene Clark made this sterling silver micro-inlay bolo tie. This micro-inlay depicts a Navajo weaving of the tree of life. The inlay consists of turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, lapis, jet, and sugilite.
The Navajo Tree of Life weaving is often called the “Cosmic Tree.” This intricate design reflects the connection the Navajo people share with nature and illustrates their beliefs about the journey of life and the essential harmony and balance needed within it.
Typically, this weaving features corn stalks sprouting from a wedding basket, with birds all around. This artwork isn’t just visually appealing; it symbolizes the flow of life and the interconnectedness of all living beings.
The Clarks’ use of inlay to create this image sets them apart from traditional Navajo jewelers. Carl meticulously cuts and inlays each stone, while his Wife, Irene, handmakes all the metal and designs it in silver. This bolo has sterling silver tips and accented silver spacers on a black bolo cord.
Dimensions: 26″ L
Silver Inlaid Bolo: 2″ 5/8th L X 2″ W taper to 1″ 11/16th
*Cord can be changed for length or color
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