{"product_id":"zuni-pueblo-horn-priest-fetish-5","title":"Zuni Pueblo Horn Priest Fetish","description":"\u003cp\u003e20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.125\" H x 2.25\" L x 1.8125\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from Animal Horn of a Priest and Adorned with Feathers, Animal Hair, a Carved Arrowhead Spike, 5 Turquoise, 3 Coral, 2 Shells, 3 Mother of Pearl, An Animal Bone, Heishi Beads and a Headdress with Iridescent Feather and Hair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Zuni Horn Priest fetish (also referred to as a Bow Priest fetish) is a rare and sacred carving from the Zuni Pueblo in New Mexico. Unlike more common animal carvings, these figures represent high-ranking religious officials within the Zuni social and spiritual hierarchy, specifically the Bow Priesthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally crafted from elk antler or mountain sheep horn. The natural curve and texture of the antler are often used to define the figure's form. These fetishes typically feature human-like (anthropomorphic) forms. They often include turquoise inlays for eyes or mouths and are adorned with ritual \"bundles\" containing mother-of-pearl, coral, or feathers. They symbolize spiritual power, leadership, and protection. In Zuni belief, the Bow Priests are guardians of the people and defenders of the faith.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47339370938533,"sku":"221107-331","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/221107-331_1.jpg?v=1767294442","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/zuni-pueblo-horn-priest-fetish-5","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}