Lee-kya

Anchoring this spiritual being to the earth are its hooves, inlaid with red coral—bold, vibrant, and powerful. The red coral, with its deep crimson hue, symbolizes life force, protection, and vitality. It brings fire to the piece—complementing the water and earth elements with passion, action, and grounded energy. These hooves suggest that every step the buffalo takes is intentional, sacred, and alive with purpose. Together, the materials—Picasso marble, turquoise, abalone, and red coral—form a harmonious balance of earth, water, fire, and sky. This buffalo is more than a carving; it is a spiritual guardian, a totem of endurance, sacred movement, and ancestral strength. It carries a quiet, powerful message: to walk the path of life with purpose, heart, and unshakable connection to both land and spirit.

Bison (Si:wolo) is especially important to the Plains Indians. These magnificent animals were the basis of their lifeway before they were hunted to extinction by the white man. While not a traditional fetish subject for the Zunis, all animals have meaning and Bison reminds us of abundance and prayer.  

Dimensions: Length: 1 7/8" X Width: 3/4" X Height: 1 1/4" Purchased