{"product_id":"zuni-pueblo-horn-priest-fetish-9","title":"Zuni Pueblo Horn Priest Fetish","description":"\u003cp\u003e20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.375\" H + 1\" with Hair \u0026amp; Feather x 1.5\" L x 1.5\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from Animal Horn of a Priest and Adorned with Feathers, Animal Hair, a Carved Arrowhead Spike, 4 Turquoise, 1 Coral, Shell, Mother of Pearl, 1 Lapis Bead, 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":47339398398117,"sku":"221107-334","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/221107-334_1.jpg?v=1767298864","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/zuni-pueblo-horn-priest-fetish-9","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}