The B.G. Mudd Collection is the result of three
generations of artisans who are constantly improving their craft.
The artists who are currently shaping the future of the collection
are the children and grandchildren of the original lapidaries and
gold and silver smiths who started with B.G. Mudd during the first
years.
The explosion of interest in Native American jewelry during the
1970's was a phenomenon this industry had never seen before or
since. The Native American artists were astounded by the ever-increasing
demand for their craft. Most of the jewelry made during this time
was in the Navajo style of using sterling silver and stone settings.
B.G. Mudd wanted to be different. They wanted to elaborate on
the idea of combining the Zuni style of inlay with the Navajo
work in sterling silver.
The Navajos learned quickly from the Zuni lapidaries who were employed
by B.G. Mudd. With each piece of jewelry, B.G. Mudd requires each
artist to perform at their highest level of creativity.
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