Bidspirit auction | 3 Pieces Bernard Dawahoya Sterling

3 Pieces Bernard Dawahoya Sterling Silver, Hopi Sun Face Pendant and 2 Brooches - Bernard Dawahoya (Hopi, 1937-2010). A collection of sterling silver jewelry featuring the traditional Hopi silver overlay technique. The set includes one large circular pendant and two brooches. The pendant depicts an iconic Hopi Sun Face with stylized rays and a textured, oxidized background. The larger brooch is shaped as a stylized eagle or thunderbird head in profile with geometric patterns. The smaller brooch features a stylized roadrunner or long-legged bird motif. Each piece is constructed with two layers of silver, where the top layer is intricately cut out to reveal a blackened, textured lower layer. The brooches are fitted with horizontal pin stems and safety C-clasps. Marked on the verso of each piece with a stylized snow cloud hallmark above three vertical lines, representing the Hopi Silvercraft Cooperative Guild. The eagle brooch features an additional mark of a stylized avian figure. Total weight 42g. Pendant: 2” diameter.