Bone People

Down through the years as I’ve traveled around the United States, going to thrift stores, yard sales, flea markets, and people’s back yards, I discovered a rare group of folk that I call bone people.  These people are few and far between, and difficult to approach as well.  They don’t advertise their collections and you have to be rather careful how you engage them.  But once they show you the first bone, they relax, and are usually are willing to show you their collection.  I am always delighted if they are willing to part with some of their bones.  The above design is made up of what I believe are dog vertebrae, pearls, and an Asian designed hollow carved rib or antler.  It’s set directly on glass, and has no backing.  Therefore, you can turn it over and see the back side of the bones as well.