Vintage "Bowlin’s Heritage" Artisan Tribal Brooch | Hand-Stamped Southwestern Modernist Statement Pin

The Heritage of the American Southwest This striking 2-inch wide statement brooch is a premier example of Southwestern artisan craftsmanship. Sourced from the legendary Bowlin’s Heritage (Running Indian) trading post collection, this piece captures the bold, geometric spirit of mid-century tribal design with its rhythmic, hand-stamped border and architectural cutouts.

Artisan Details & Construction Unlike mass-produced cast jewelry, this brooch features definitive markers of hand-fabrication. The reverse side reveals visible solder points and hand-cut channels, while the face showcases repetitive, hand-stamped arrow motifs. The central "cutout" design provides a Modernist/Brutalist edge that feels both ancient and incredibly current.

Collector's Note on Authenticity Bowlin’s has been a premier purveyor of authentic Native American and Southwestern art since 1912. While this specific piece is unsigned, the weight, gauge, and "mark of the maker" in the soldering are characteristic of the high-end artisan works curated by the Bowlin family for their historic trading posts.

Specifications * Dimensions: Approximately 2” Wide * Provenance: Attributed to the Bowlin’s Heritage Trading Post collection

• Construction: Hand-stamped and hand-soldered artisan metalwork

• Style: Southwestern Tribal / Mid-Century Modernist

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, aged patina

• Closure: Secure vintage rolling safety clasp