Larry Moses Begay is a talented Navajo jeweler known for his intricate silver jewelry. He was born in 1969 and began creating jewelry in the late 1980s.
Begay comes from a long line of craftsmen. He uses traditional materials in his work: silver, gold, turquoise, onyx, malachite, lapis lazuli, and mother-of-pearl.
The history of his work includes the following:
Begay has exhibited his pieces at various Indian fairs in Santa Fe, including the prestigious Northern Indian Pueblos Arts & Crafts Show. His work is easily recognizable by his signature (LMB or LB) and a horse stamp.
One of his most notable pieces is a silver bracelet with turquoise, created in the 1970s.
Begay’s work draws inspiration from the picturesque landscapes that characterize the Navajo people and captures the beauty and spirituality of the tribe.
