1980s Avanyu Jar Necklace Length_29” Single Strand Oxidized Sterling Silver

Single Strand Oxidized Sterling Silver “Pyramid” Necklace with 18k Gold Bead

Backed on Shell

Serrated diamonds and stepped motifs create the optical movement that defines the eye-dazzler tradition

and “JDC” on the reverse

1980s Avanyu Jar Necklace Length_29” Single Strand Oxidized Sterling SilverHand coiled and traditionally fired Santa Clara blackware vessel by Madeline Tafoya, signed and dated 1987, featuring a carved Avanyu (water serpent) design encircling the body. The form departs from traditional jars, incorporating a sculptural loop handle that arches over the opening, creating a dynamic, open negative space. The surface is highly polished to a deep black finish through reduction firing, contrasted by softly carved Avanyu elements