Offered here is a rare, authentic Zuni fetish of a bear carved by one of the early masters of the art, Leekya Deyuse (1889-1966). The bear is carved from a pale piece of travertine, probably Nutria rock mined locally at the Zuni reservation. Bear carries an offering bundle of a turquoise nugget and heishi beads of white shell, strung with sinew and string. Unsigned.Measurements - Length: 2 7/16"
Height: 1 7/16" to top of bundleWidth: 13/16"
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