Ed Beyuka Jewelry
Zuni Silversmith and Inlay

Kachinas are Southwest Indian Pueblo Gods. They are seen in ceremonies
 throughout the year in Zuni and other Pueblo villages. Mr. Beyuka is deceased.
He was among the few silversmiths that was capable of bringing
these figures to life.

Ed Beyuka's Kachina figures were featured in
 the August 1974, Arizona Highways Collector's Edition.

Eddie Beyuka Zuni Inlaid Bolotie

Apache Spirit Dancer

circa 1970's

Excellent Condition

Inlay like this started in Zuni in the 1920's or 30's. Among
the key artists were  Teddy Weahkee, Frank Vacit,
Leo Poblano, Lambert Homer.

It moved forward with Eddie Beyuka (deceased), Dennis
Edaakie,  the Benn's and Andrea Lonjose Shirley.

This work is rarely seen in now.

The Eddie Beyuka Spirit Dancer offered is an excellent example
 of this art form from a very well respected, published
 and collected artist.

It is meant to be worn, but could easily be mounted in
a shadow box and displayed on a wall.

Apache Spirit Dancer is 5" tall

$3250

Original Leather string tie (which is worn and we would be happy to
replace at no cost) and Eddie Beyuka drum tips included.

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Photo from the inside back cover of the August 1974,
Arizona Highways magazine.  Mr. Beyuka was considered among
 Zuni's finest jewelers.

Below is seen a similar (Kokopelli) example of his art. It is not
 signed but was clearly made by him.  The fact that it is
 unsigned I believe dates in the 1950's or 1960's (perhaps
earlier), before Mr. Beyuka signed his work.

Ed Beyuka - Zuni

circa 1950's or 1960's Excellent Condition

Silver Kokopelli Bolo Tie with Mother of Pearl, Spiney
 Oyster Shell, Jet, and Turquoise inlay.

2 1/2" tall

$1450 - Sold

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