Leekya
Bear 
Classic Leekya Zuni Bear Fetish Carving
This roly poly bear is typical Leekya style.
He
has a medicine bundle adornment of a spiny oyster arrowhead and a vibrant
slice of turquoise.
Carved by
Zuni artist
Delvin Leekya.
The
Leekya family is one of the most well-known Zuni fetish carving families.
Here
is your chance to add one of their carvings to your collection.
Leekya Bear - Zuni Bear Fetish Carving
$36 plus s/h
Material | Dolomite, Spiny Oyster, Turquoise |
Length | 3" |
Height | 1 1/2 " |
Width | 1 1/4 " |
Artist | Delvin Leekya, Zuni |
The eyes and nostrils are inlaid Turquoise.
What is a Fetish? A fetish is a rock carving of an animal that captures the spirit and the essence of the animal, not necessarily its exact detailed conformation. A double fetish represents relationship and unity. Read more about fetishes.
Bear.
The bear is a symbol of strength and deliberate action, introspection,
soul and insight for the past and the future. The Bear is one of the guardian
animals of the Six
Directions.
Medicine Bundle. Many fetishes have a medicine bundle, offering bundle, or adornment tied on the back of the animal that can consists of coral seed beads, shell heishi, feathers and other stone pieces. These may be used as an offering to the fetish, to evoke the spirit of the fetish or to increase the strength of a fetish.
Dolomite. A a sedimentary rock comprised primarily of calcium and magnesium.
It is a pinkish-yellowish brown in color and has a pearly luster. It has bands
and striations which give it depth and interest.
Read more about stones.