Name: Zuni Bear Fetish By Burt Awelagte
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Zuni Bear Fetish By Burt Awelagte

2" H x 1.625" L x 1.625" WHand Carved from Buff and Grey Marbled Stone of a Sitting Bear with 2 Turquoise Eyes and an...

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2″ H x 1.625″ L x 1.625″ W

Hand Carved from Buff and Grey Marbled Stone of a Sitting Bear with 2 Turquoise Eyes and an Arrowhead with 2 Turquoise stones and 1 Piece of Coral

From a Private Colorado Collection

Excellent Condition

BurtAwelagte is a renowned Zuni Pueblo artist specializing in fetish carvings, hailing from the Othole family of carvers in Zuni, New Mexico. His work blends traditional Zuni styles with abstract and unique elements, often featuring bundle offerings symbolizing protection, good luck, peace, and harmony. Awelagte frequently carves bears, which hold deep spiritual significance in Zuni culture as guardian fetishes of the West, embodying healing powers, strength in adversity, inner perception, and courage. These attributes allow the bear to influence both spiritual and physical realms, serving as a protector, healer, and guide.

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