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For every order (single or multiple lots) in this auction, Artemis Gallery will donate 25 meals to Community Food Share, a Feeding America Food Bank.

Pre-Columbian, Ecuador, Manabi culture, ca. 500 BCE and 500 CE. A collection of ceramic spindle whorls transformed into a modern necklace, bracelet, and earrings with modern macrame and sterling silver findings. Most of the spindle whorls have incised artwork depicting birds, especially owls. The artwork on these spindle whorls elevates the utilitarian objects to art. Wearable! Length of necklace: 22.5" L (57.2 cm)

Provenance: private Denver, Colorado USA collection, Hank Johnson, before 2000

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#130603

  • Condition: All beads are ancient and have light wear commensurate with age. Modern macrame and findings.




    “To eliminate hunger in Boulder and Broomfield Counties through engagement, collaboration, and leadership…”

    Community Food Share is a Feeding America food bank serving those in need with access to fresh, nutritious food and nutrition education, with a special emphasis on children, seniors, and other populations of greatest need.

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April 16, 2020 10:00 AM MDT
Louisville, CO, US

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