Native American Jewelry

1980's Concho Belt by Roger Skeet Sr.

I still have a strong desire for Native American jewelry; however, it's still too expensive for me to afford. I've tried buying some, comparing different options, and doing some digging, but my taste is getting more refined, that I don't even feel like buying most things anymore. I want to invest in purchasing art pieces one day, even if they cost a fortune.

White BUffalo Squash Blossom with Earring

One of the thoughts that frequently crosses my mind these days is that traditional crafts are the epitome of “hip”, and among them, Africa might be the ultimate treasure trove. However, since Soobaak is not an archiving museum, it's challenging to find designs that can be commercialized or ,putting it in my own words, designs that have a touch of modern aesthetics. Unfortunately, such pieces are rare, and if they do exist, they are outrageously expensive, haha.

Chinese Hubei Concho Belt

The charm of Native American art can be described in one word: impactful.

They didn't design their products solely for the purpose of selling them, which is why blending them with the current commercialized designs, where attention to detail is carefully measured for sales, creates a remarkable harmony.

Anyway, I'm determined to visit New Mexico someday and collect those stunning pieces.

And, of course, One day, I am gonna go to Africa to get my hands on some fabulous fabrics and pottery!