Description: NATIVE AMERICAN ZUNI SERPENTINE BEAR FETISH BY BRIAN YATSATTIE Zuni fetish carver, Brian Yatsattie made this outstanding bear. Hand carved out of Serpentine. The bear is considered Guardian of the West by the Zuni, and they represent strength, courage, and healing and protection. Signed. 2 1/16” tall x 2 7/16” 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. Native American Art
Price: 190.8 USD
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-10-27T17:33:49.000Z
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Restocking Fee: 10%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Artisan: BRIAN YATSATTIE
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Origin: Zuni, New Mexico
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni Pueblo