Item description for Puffin Bird Brooch Pin Polymer Clay Alaskan Artist Jacqui Ertischek

This is an adorable brooch depicting a Puffin. The Puffin is also known as the "Sea Parrot" and the "Clown of the Sea". The body is black and white with silver accents streaking thoughout. The bird has a bright orange beak and feet that have pink accent lines. It is signed on the back “Jacqui 99”. Jacqui Ertischek is an Alaskan artist specializing in “new clay” jewelry. She pieces together clays to form intricate patterns without the use of any paint. Her work is easily recognized. Each of her “one of a kind” pieces is signed and dated. She is known for her handmade jewelry and paintings. This pin was one of Jacqui's Originals and came from Anchorage, Alaska. She has shown her work at the Buyers’ Market of American Crafts as well as the Museum Store Association Expo. She has also created products for the Anchorage Museum and the Alaska Native Heritage Center. She is also a published author of children's books that include adventures in Alaska. This brooch is approximately 2 ¼ inches tall.

It is in excellent condition as you can see from the many enlarged photographs. The rollover clasp on the back works just fine. The glue holding on the clasp has darkened with age, but that is to be expected. Please look at the photos as they are part of the description and show the details better than I can describe.

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