{"product_id":"hopi-pueblo-sterling-silver-overlay-belt-buckle-with-four-figures","title":"Hopi Pueblo Sterling Silver Overlay Belt Buckle with Four Figures","description":"\u003cp\u003eca. 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.5\" H x 3.375\" L x 2\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Crafted from Sterling Silver and Depicting 4 Figures that are Inspired from Ancient Hohokam Pictographs and Pottery Dating from 800-1200 AD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHopi overlay involves cutting a thin sheet of sterling silver to create detailed designs, which is then soldered onto a textured base layer and oxidized for high contrast, highlighting the motifs. The four figures depicts stylized kachina (or katsina) dancers—spiritual beings in Hopi culture representing natural elements, fertility, and ceremonies. These buckles often symbolize community, preparation for rituals, and cultural storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46826132865189,"sku":"5224-1273","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/5224-1273_1.jpg?v=1765218914","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/hopi-pueblo-sterling-silver-overlay-belt-buckle-with-four-figures","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}