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The various Native American communities are particularly known for their amazing jewelry and artwork. In fact, their jewelry is so finely crafted and ornate that many people consider it artwork in and of itself. Some common elements used in Native American earrings are beads, feathers, and precious stones. In this way, the earrings are indicative of much of the artwork in the Native American communities. That is to say, they take something as plain looking as a collection of beads and turn it into something extraordinary.
In many ways, this is the hallmark of Native American artwork. They take something that another person might actually throw away and make a stunning and creative piece. Viewing samples of the work, past and present, many of the earrings are made of intricately patterned beads that are essentially worthless on their own. The blankets and quilts that came out of this culture were also made in this way. To that end, you’ll often see them incorporate things like remnants of scrap metal.
Posted by JewelryHoarder (June 9, 2009)
