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The Bear is the Guardian fetish of the West, and represents healing and strength. Zuni fetish carver Nelson Yatsattie hand crafted this magnificent Bear out of Pyrtie with Turquoise eyes. Signed (note-there is natural pitting in the stone)
2 1/2” tall x 3 1/4” long x 3/4” wide
Artist card included
Zuni fetishes are carvings made from various materials by the Zuni people. Traditionally, fetishes served a ceremonial purpose for their creators and they represented animals and figures that were part of their culture. Today, as a form of Native American Art, they are sold to collectors worldwide. With a myriad of materials like turquoise, shell, jet, marble, serpentine, and much more, Zuni fetish carvers are able to create carvings in a style of their own.
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