Leander Begay
Leander Begay is brother to famed tufa cast jeweler Darryl Dean Begay as well as his well known younger brother Philander. Lee grew up traditionally on the reservation attending the many ceremonies available to youngsters on a weekly basis. He particularly loved the Yeibeichi and Yeis he viewed among the traditionals. These images he incorporates in his tufa cast jewelry with great precision and complexity. Lee has won ribbons at the Navajo Nations fair and the Gallup ceremonial.
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This is Lee’s striking horned toad necklace. The horned toad features in several Navajo story telling as a messenger of good fortune or a symbol of the blessing way. The...
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This marvelous bolo features Lee’s signature Yei design. The Navajo deity was precisely hand carved in tufa stone. The feathers of his headdress were polished for elegant contrast. He wears...
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This fine buckle was created by carving tufa stone and hand casting sterling silver by Navajo jeweler, Leander Begay. The design is traditional yet sophisticated. In the center sits a...
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Earthy and unique, this large natural turquoise specimen from the Royston mine is thick cut and domed. The colors are the classic look from the mine, blues and greens mix...
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Sophisticated and exciting best describes Lee’s beautiful pendant. Notice how he highlights the feather with a bright finish. His carving ability rivals his famous family members. The Yei stands tall...
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Lee’s talent as a master tufa stone carver is evident in this innovative bracelet full of Navajo imagery. In the middle is a corn maiden with a head dress, a...
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