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The eyes feel watchful, aware—imbuing the rabbit with a quiet, sentient presence. Symbolizing intuition, balance, and transformation, this black and white marble rabbit—with its brilliant turquoise gaze—is both a work of natural beauty and a spiritual totem, grounded in stone yet full of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRabbit (Okshik’o):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a prey animal. Small and defenseless, it depends on its reflexes and keen senses for survival. 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Its eyes are inlaid with turquoise, the vivid blue standing in striking contrast to the muted stone. These turquoise eyes imbue the bison with watchfulness and a sacred presence, reinforcing its role as a protector and symbol of life in many Indigenous cultures. Set on the bison’s shoulder is a finely crafted Zuni Sunface inlay, representing the sun’s life-giving energy, harmony, and balance. The Sunface is composed of four traditional stones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1324\" data-start=\"940\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1010\" data-start=\"940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1010\" data-start=\"942\"\u003eCoral, with its bold red-orange hue, adds warmth and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1102\" data-start=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1102\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eTurquoise, cool and luminous, signifies protection and connection to sky and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1105\"\u003eMother of pearl lends an ethereal, iridescent glow—symbolizing purity and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1324\" data-start=\"1197\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1324\" data-start=\"1199\"\u003eSpiny oyster contributes rich orange and pink tones, enhancing the piece with earthy beauty and traditional significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003eThis combination of materials and symbolism turns the carving into more than a depiction—it becomes spiritual, a visual prayer for strength, renewal, and balance with nature. 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Along its side, a vivid coral heartline runs boldly from the mouth toward the heart, symbolizing strength, life, and purpose. This turquoise bear combines tradition, symbolism, and natural beauty — a powerful yet serene carving full of meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBear (Anshe):\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBear was the principal animal for the Pueblo People and they are the most prevalent subject of Zuni fetishes. Bear fetishes are used for healing, protection, strength, journeying, mothering, hunting and gathering. 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The stone’s natural shades of blue give the figure depth, while soft veining adds character to its smooth, carved form. The bear’s black eyes create a bold focal point, giving it a calm and watchful expression. A bright coral heartline flows across its body, standing out in warm contrast and symbolizing the bear’s inner spirit and life force. Both striking and symbolic, this turquoise bear captures beauty, power, and tradition in a single meaningful piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBear (Anshe):\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBear was the principal animal for the Pueblo People and they are the most prevalent subject of Zuni fetishes. Bear fetishes are used for healing, protection, strength, journeying, mothering, hunting and gathering. 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