Zuni Bear Fetish By Kual Lementino

ca 2000
Size 2.625" L x 2.25" W

Carved from Angelite with Mother of Pearl Arrowhead, Coral and Turquoise Beads Attached on Back and has Etched Designs Signed K.L.M.
From a Private Colorado Collection
Excellent Condition
Kual Lementino is a contemporary Zuni Pueblo artist known for his traditional animal fetishes, including bears. Zuni carvers often sign with initials (e.g., K.L. for Kual Lementino), and the "M." could be a variant, middle initial, or marking style. Kual Lementino is part of a family of artisans (brothers include Ed and Tim Lementino, also carvers) and is recognized for detailed, traditional-style pieces.
"Zuni Bear Fetish By K.L.M.", it appears you're inquiring about a specific Zuni Native American fetish carving—a small, hand-carved stone sculpture representing a bear, signed or attributed to an artist with the initials K.L.M. Zuni fetishes are traditional artifacts from the Zuni Pueblo in New Mexico, USA, and are highly valued in Native American art and culture. If this is a specific piece you're referencing (e.g., from a collection or sale), it may be a lesser-known or vintage work.