Zuni fetish carver, Brian Yatsattie made this wonderful bear. Hand carved out of Mopar Fordite. The bear is considered Guardian of the West by the Zuni, and they represent strength, courage, and healing and protection. Signed.
1 5/8” tall x 2 3/4” long x 3/8” 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.