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Frank Patania Thunderbird Sterling 274g Box w/ Wood & Turquoise Inlay *Jewelry*

$ 924

Availability: 100 in stock

Description

“Frank Patania, Sr. was an internationally known silversmith and owner of the Thunderbird Studio in Santa Fe. His work is highly sought after by collectors familiar with the Southwest. Patania helped native artisans refine gemstone setting and other techniques. He was mentor and employer to Pueblo silversmiths Julian Lovato of Santo Domingo and Louis Lamay from Hopi. Frank Patania, Sr. (1899-1964) was Sicilian by birth but was living in Santa Fe in the 1950s.” (www.adobegallery.com)
You are bidding on a beautiful Frank Patania sterling silver box stamped with a “Thunderbird symbol—FP—Sterling” on the bottom. The total weight of the box is 274 grams. Dimensions are 4 5/8” x 3 5/8” x 1 1/8” approximately. This item is clean and from a smoke free home. Please examine all pictures carefully as they are an accurate description of the item you are purchasing!