TALK ABOUT A PIECE THAT PAINTS A PICTURE.
This incredible vintage creation by the legendary Zuni husband-and-wife duo, Lena and Virgil Dishta, Jr., features a stunning statement buckle depicting a classic conestoga in a prairie scene created with intricate sterling silver details as well as stunning stonework using mother of pearl, and turquoise. The buckle is framed with sterling silver roping. The strap is a tooled dark leather with some wear and patina that gives it very cool vintage vibes.
Virgil Dishta, Jr. (?-2015; Zuni). Active since 1960s. Inlay; cluster work jewelry. Son of Virgil Dishta Sr. Virgil Dishta shared on of the stamps with his wife Lena Dishta.
Mark: V & L DISTA; V Dishta S /S
Lena Dishta (1951-2005; Zuni). Fabricated; channel inlay. Lena Dishta shared one of the stamps with her husband Virgil Dishta, Jr.
Mark: L. DISHTA; V & L DISHTA
- artist: Virgil & Lena Dishta, Jr. (d)
- affiliation: Zuni
- hallmarks: V & L DISHTA
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise, vintage leather strap
- measurements: buckle: 2" x 3", strap: 36"
- weight: buckle: 48 grams
- nice vintage condition
- stones are secure in their settings
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- wear from use
- style: Belt-545
