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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$1,195.00
This striking bracelet highlights a large and magnificent cabochon from the Peacock claim. The Peacock mine is located in the Crescent Valley of north central Nevada near the classic Lander...
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$1,295.00
This is Lee’s beautiful Yei bolo, the design finely carved from tufa stone. The Yei is outstanding in its representation. His necklace contains a natural Mediterranean oxblood coral. His rattle...
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$695.00
This is Lee’s Yei, represented by his masterful carving. The Yei is in full regalia, a feather in his hair, and a wearing blanket around his waist. He holds a...
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