GH 140
Ex-Geraldine Howard collection—a rare example of Leekya’s mastery. Gorgeous birds and tiger-striped wolves on this fantastic necklace, one of the best fetish necklaces we have ever seen. Leekya Deyuse (Zuni, 1889-1966) was commonly known as Leekya. Also known as "Old Man Leekya" and the grand master of Zuni fetish carving, his carvings have a subtlety and softness of line that distinguishes them from the work of others. He also did very good inlay work early in his career. Never used any sort of hallmark, but his work is quite distinctive.
GH 140
Ex-Geraldine Howard collection—a rare example of Leekya’s mastery. Gorgeous birds and tiger-striped wolves on this fantastic necklace, one of the best fetish necklaces we have ever seen. Leekya Deyuse (Zuni, 1889-1966) was commonly known as Leekya. Also known as "Old Man Leekya" and the grand master of Zuni fetish carving, his carvings have a subtlety and softness of line that distinguishes them from the work of others. He also did very good inlay work early in his career. Never used any sort of hallmark, but his work is quite distinctive.
