Le-men-ti-no

The use of turquoise, with its vibrant blue-green hues, adds an element of natural beauty to the carving. And the way the bear is depicted with a fish in its mouth only serves to enhance its realism and storytelling quality. It's like you can almost imagine the bear catching that fish right out of the water!

Bear (Anshe): Bear 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. Bear‚ hibernation reminds us of the value of going within.

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