James Olson
Anglo Deer Antler Shed "Young Buck Prancing" with Leather Necklace Pin/Pendant - James Olson (#299)
$625.00
Artist: James Olson
Southwest Jewelry
2 3/4" x 2"
From the fertile mind of Jamie Olson comes a pin/pendent cleverly crafted of naturally shed deer antler, Utah jet and sterling silver. Jamie has titled his broach "Young Buck Prancing". When it comes to his jewelry designs and the material he uses to produce them, this gifted artist is cleverly creative. Wearing Jamie's jewelry tells everyone you have impeccable taste.
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About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography
Related legends:
Deer
Eating certain parts of deer will cause illness: head; nosebleed and head swelling, heart; bleeding, digestive; turn into a snake. More about this legend
Anglo Mammoth Ivory Moon Pin/Pendant - James Olson (#327)
$625.00
Artist: James Olson
2 1/4" x 4"
Jamie Olson took a trip to Quartzite, Arizona and scoured that super-sized flea market for treasures he could use in his art. While there he discovered several beautiful pieces of ancient ivory and his creative juices began to flow. Mammoth ivory is one of Jamie's favorite materials, second only to recycled refuse that is. "Moon on head" is one of the creations spawned from that trip into the desert. I guess we should turn him loose more often.
About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography
Anglo Mend Hole Corrugated Pottery Shard Pin Pendant - James Olson (#330)
$350.00
Artist: James Olson
1 1/4" x 3 1/2"
While looking through his super select pieces of pottery shards, Jamie came across this spectacular specimen with a drill hole in it. Jamie tells us the ancient ones had pots that, when broken, were not just tossed into the trash bin. In order to prolong the life of certain cracked pots, they would drill holes on opposing sides of the break and lash it back together with leather, or twine created from woven vegetation. Unfortunately this is all that remains of the cherished pottery bowl. On the other hand, it is fortunate that anything at all remains. With Jamie's help, we can look through this tiny opening, which allows our modern mind to wander back and speculate on how things might have been, oh so long ago.
About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography | See all items by James A. Olson
Related legends:
Pottery
The Navajo are relatively recent arrivals to the Southwest. They probably migrated from the north in the 16th Century thereby becoming a part of the Pueblo IV period. The Navajo have made pottery since their arrival; possibly they brought pottery with them during their southern migration. They made a plain and decorated pottery. The plain being considered the older style? More about this legend
Anglo Prehistoric Pottery "Deer Standing" Pin/Pendant - James Olson (#323)
$625.00
Artist: James Olson
1 1/2" x 4 1/4"
Jamie Olson uses ancient “refuse” to make his wearable sculptures. In this piece, entitled “Deer Standing”, Jamie has utilized a piece of prehistoric pottery originally created between 1050 and 1150 A.D. The ceramics once used by ancient people for cooking and storage were found on private property and are therefore perfectly legal to own. Once utilitarian, now you can wear this pottery piece for beauty.
About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography
Related legends:
Pottery
The Navajo are relatively recent arrivals to the Southwest. They probably migrated from the north in the 16th Century thereby becoming a part of the Pueblo IV period. The Navajo have made pottery since their arrival; possibly they brought pottery with them during their southern migration. They made a plain and decorated pottery. The plain being considered the older style? More about this legend
Anglo Prehistoric Pottery Shard "All Seeing Shaman" Pin/Pendant - James Olson (#325)
$565.00
Artist: James Olson
1 1/4" x 3 3/4"
Jamie Olson's "All Seeing Shaman" is one of the most creative pieces of wearable sculpture he has ever crafted. Jamie has constructed this pin/pendant from what he calls "recycled refuse", which is basically shards from prehistoric Puebloan pottery. No worries though, the pottery pieces are legally collected and documented. Jamie creates his art forms in sterling silver. This particular piece is uniquely versatile and can be worn as a pendent or a broach.
About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography | See all items by James A. Olson
Related legends:
Pottery
The Navajo are relatively recent arrivals to the Southwest. They probably migrated from the north in the 16th Century thereby becoming a part of the Pueblo IV period. The Navajo have made pottery since their arrival; possibly they brought pottery with them during their southern migration. They made a plain and decorated pottery. The plain being considered the older style? More about this legend
Anglo Sterling Silver and Jet "Evening Star" Pin/Pendant - James Olson (#332)
$595.00
Artist: James Olson
Southwest Jewaelry
1 3/4" x 3 3/4"
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every purchase.
About the artist:
James A. Olson - Jewelry/Sculpture Artist:
"About my work, or lack of, it chose me as much as I chose it. Asked where I get my ideas, I can't really say for sure. I'm thankful I get them once in awhile, and have the basic skills to carry them through to a satisfactory condition, at that point and time. I'm blessed, I love what I do, it's a passion. When that love and passion is not there, I'll do something else." See full biography