A substantial and finely constructed Navajo squash blossom necklace with turquoise cabochons of varied shape and natural matrix. The necklace is composed of graduated beads supporting a series of traditional squash blossom elements, each framed with twisted wire decoration
The centerpiece is a classic naja pendant, richly proportioned and ornamented with turquoise cabochons, creating a visually balanced and culturally iconic form. The turquoise displays pleasing variation in tone, ranging from soft robin’s-egg blue to deeper sky blue with natural veining, lending depth and character to the overall composition.
Well-crafted and visually striking, this necklace is an excellent example of traditional Navajo jewelry design and would make a strong statement piece for a collector of Southwestern or Native American art.
Length: approximately 26 inches
Provenance: From the Richard Hook Collection, United Kingdom. Hook was a respected English collector known for his focus on Plains and Southwestern Native American material.