Lee Sands Zebra (MODIFIED PIECE ) Brooch

This is a striking vintage 1980s Lee Sands style animal head brooch, designed featuring a stylized zebra or safari motif. [1, 2]  The piece showcases the signature design elements popularized by Lee Sands during the era, utilizing a detailed mosaic inlay of natural materials. It incorporates structured panels of mother-of-pearl (shell), grained natural wood, and black resin, all outlined with polished gold-tone metal borders. Similar stylized animal pendants from this collection were also commonly styled as focal statement necklaces suspended by chunky wooden beads.  I believe is was originally a necklace made into a brooch. there are tiny holes in the edge of the ears. None the less it is striking.    see all photos for flaws, condition,  and measurements.