This beautiful concho belt is the work of Navajo silversmith Etsitty Tsosie. The age and overall detail show the work of an artist that not only had access to detailed stamps but also was able to apply them to a piece of silver with a well-balanced design. This belt has 6 concho's and 7 butterflies and makes a powerful statement as to the ability of one man’s talent from an earlier era. The belt features fine detailed stamp work, repoussé on the butterflies and smooth bezel settings around beautifully aged turquoise. A deep smooth patina graces the entire belt. His rarely seen crossed arrows hallmark is on this great belt.
It buckle measures 3 7/8” long by 3” tall. The concho's measure 3 3/8" long by 2 7/8" tall. The total length is 56" long. The original leather was worn, so a new leather has been added. The original leather will be included in purchase.
Etsitty Tsosie was active from 1910-1937 and passed away in 1937. Best known for his beautiful stamp work and repousse pieces. He worked for trader C.G. Wallace for a period of time and was commissioned to produce stamps. He and Hosteen Goodluck worked closely together creating many of the early concho belts and other detailed pieces of jewelry. Several of his pieces were featured in the C.G. Wallace collection. Mentioned in the John Adair 1944 book, Eskiesose (C.G. Wallace's questionable spelling) preferred to work without strangers watching him, as he insisted his silver would not melt correctly.
