Description: NATIVE AMERICAN ZUNI TRAVERTINE BEAR FETISH BY DELVIN LEEKYA Zuni fetish artist Delvin Leekya comes from a family of carvers, and he is the grandson of Leekya Deyuse. Delvin continues to create traditional fetishes in the style of his famous grandfather. This outstanding bear is made out of Travertine (Zuni Rock) and is bundled with Turquoise and Abalone. Zuni bear fetishes represent healing and strength. A great addition to your Native American or Zuni fetish collection. Signed 1 5/8” tall x 2 1/8” long x 1 1/8” 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. Native American Art
Price: 52 USD
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-07-30T20:40:29.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7 USD
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Restocking Fee: 10%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Origin: Zuni, New Mexico
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Artisan: DELVIN LEEKYA
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni Pueblo
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Native American: US
