Santo Domingo (Kewa) Three Strand Heishi Pen Shell Necklace, c. 1960s, 27" (J7845) magento-71663 who collected it during the

who collected it during the 1930s

This sculpture is an excellent example of artist Curt Brill's use of form to create work that is visually enticing and aesthetically pleasing from all perspectives - whether it is the graceful shape of the hair

circa 1900

and minor bead loss

Santo Domingo (Kewa) Three Strand Heishi Pen Shell Necklace, c. 1960s, 27" (J7845) magento-71663 who collected it during the28. 9g, 27" chain length. Ex Popovi Da Studio collection. Includes original Popovi Da Studio of Indian Arts box. Acquired from a private collection in New Mexico. The word "heishi" means "shell," although today it is often used to describe the cut style of beads that are small, flat, disc shapes.