Starry Morning Wins First Place at Eiteljorg Museum Show

This sterling silver Buckle that is handmade by Erick Begay, entitled "Starry Morning" earned a "First Place Award" at this weekend's Eiteljorg Museum Indian Market in Indianapolis.

Erick Begay designed this piece with the inspiration of Vincent Van Gogh's famous painting of Starry Night. The buckle is appropriately named Starry Morning as the early light of the morning is considered sacred to the Navajo. The buckle incorporates the scenic mountains of Monument Valley with the background delicately swirling in the spirit of Van Gogh's Starry Night. The buckle is studded with a fine piece of #8 spiderweb turquoise.

The Eiteljorg Museum, which opened in 1989, was founded by Harrison Eiteljorg. The museum showcases Western and Native American art and cultural objects. The museum's design is also inspired by the land, people, and architecture of the American Southwest.

The Eiteljorg Museum's Indian Market event has become one of the iconic cultural events in Indianapolis. The Eiteljorg Museum brings Native artists from across the country to Indianapolis to sell their art. The market and festival includes performances from some of today's premiere Native American performers including storytellers, dancers and singers

For More information about the award winning buckle can be found on Erick's website www.ErickBegay.com