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SKU: 22-1409

Zuni Pueblo Bear Fetish By Vern Nieto

$82.00

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Late 20th Century

1.75" H  x 2.25" L x .875" W

Hand Carved from Dolomite with Two Jet Stone Eyes and a Hallmark V.N. on the Bottom

From a Private Colorado Collection

In Very Good  Condition

Vern Nieto (deceased) was a Zuni Pueblo fetish carver known for his detailed, naturalistic animal carvings, including many bear fetishes. penfieldgallery.comZuni fetishes are small, hand-carved animal figures traditionally made from stone (and sometimes other materials) by the Zuni people of New Mexico. They hold spiritual significance—bears, in particular, symbolize strength, healing, protection, and introspection. Modern Zuni fetishes like Nieto's are also prized as collectible art.

Condition: Very Good

Tribe: Zuni

Year Range: 1975 - 2000

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 1.75 in2.25 in0.88 in

Category: Bears

Shipping

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  • Fetishes: $8
  • Jewelry & Pottery: $15
  • All other pieces: $20

Buying from more than one category? You only pay the highest rate in your cart, so eight fetishes and a pair of earrings ship together for just $15.

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