Tewa Horse Pendant

Artist: Tom Tapia

Born to a family of artists and craftsmen from the Tesque Pueblo in New Mexico, Tom (a tribal policeman) wanted to incorporate some of the traditional images that have been handed down from generation to generation, into a design that was contemporary in feeling and rich with symbolism. To do this he combined various animal abstractions with gemoetric patterns. The sash represents good fortune. The blanket honours the horse as a bold and strong being. The eagle is symbol of prosperity. The handprint stands for the loving touch of all creation.

Made of metal and hand-crafted enamel, with hand set Austrian crystals. Measures 4cm high and includes a braided leather cord.

Price: $25 incl. GST