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Late 20th Century
1.5" H x 3.25" L x 1.875" W
Hand Carved from Picasso Marble with 4 Inlaid Turquoise Eyes
Excellent Condition
Fetishes are an important part of Zuni culture. In Zuni culture a fetish represents the animal spirit thought to reside in the stone. The Horned Toad represents longevity and self-reliance. He also represents the conservation of native bounty. He is believed to empower a person or group with self-sufficiency. The horned toad is a powerful medicine animal in Zuni culture. Additionally, in many ancient Zuni stories, he is also an annoyance to the tricky Coyote, hence assisting the Zuni people.
Condition:
Excellent
Tribe:
Zuni
Year Range:
1975 - 2000
Region:
Southwest
Dimensions:
1.5 in3.25 in1.88 in
Category:
Lizards - Horned Toads
