Zuni Pueblo Alabaster Horse Fetish By Todd Etsate

Late 20th Century

1.5" H x 2" L x .5" W

Hand Carved from a White Stone with 6 Inlaid Jet Stones and 2 Inlaid Turquoise Stones

Excellent Condition

Todd Etsate is a skilled Zuni Pueblo fetish carver known for his detailed animal carvings, often using materials like white marble (frequently referred to as alabaster), dolomite, or other stones, accented with turquoise inlays for eyes, spots, or other features. His works are featured in references like A Guide to Zuni Fetishes & Carvings Vol. 2 by Kent McManis.

These horse fetishes are small, hand-carved pieces typically measuring around 1.5–2 inches in length, representing the horse as a symbol of swiftness, strength, partnership, enlightenment, and freedom in Zuni tradition. The white alabaster/marble stone is associated with purity, protection, peace, and tranquility.