{"product_id":"zuni-pueblo-turtle-fetish-by-russell-shack","title":"Zuni Pueblo Turtle Fetish By Russell Shack","description":"\u003cp\u003eLate 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.375\" H x 2\" L x 1.625\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carved from a Black Stone with 2 Inlaid Turquoise Eyes and 1 Inlaid Turquoise in the Center of His Shell with Fine Etched Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a Private Colorado Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Zuni Pueblo turtle fetish by artist Russell Shack (now deceased) is a traditional Native American stone carving known for its intricate sgraffito (etched) detailing. Russell Shack was a prominent Zuni artist who often used materials like black marble, pipestone, and dolomite to create these spiritual symbols. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShack was highly regarded for his sgraffito style, an etching technique he also taught to other carvers. His turtles often feature Native American designs etched into the shell or body. He frequently used pipestone, black marble, and dolomite. Many of his pieces include turquoise inlays for eyes or decorative highlights on the shell. Some of his works include a \"Turtle with Baby,\" where a smaller turtle is carved sitting on the back of the mother. His carvings are typically personally signed, often as \"Russell S.\" or \"Russell Shack\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47352576508069,"sku":"22-1363","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/22-1363_5.jpg?v=1767724700","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/zuni-pueblo-turtle-fetish-by-russell-shack","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}