Art of the Zuni: Fred and Lolita Natachu

Fred Natachu and Lolita Natachu
Fred and Lolita Natachu work in mosaic and channel inlay. Lolita is the daughter of Jacob Haloo. Her sisters, Dolly Banteah, Rolanda Haloo and Nancy Lasconsello, are also recognized Zuni artisans. Fred and Lolita stamp their work with F. L. NATACHU.
	F. L. Natachu (Zuni) Mosaic Inlay Belt Buckle of a Knifewing God n.d. 2” x 3” silver, jet, coral and turquoise KMA 89.016.327
Links: http://www.sedonaindianjewelry.com/Jewelry/Zuni.html http://www.pueblodirect.com/oldpawnbolos2.html http://colincoonsis87.tripod.com/id5.html http://www.americana.net/jewelry_history_article.html http://www.collectorsguide.com/ts/g298.html http://www.thezuniconnection.com/dssbhthezuniconnection8b.html http://www.statemuseum.arizona.edu/coll/averydb/default.asp
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