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Debra Gasper, Zuni - Bear Fetish Carving

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Authentic Native American selenite bear Fetish carving by Zuni Debra Gasper

Materials	selenite, turquoise, Read about stones
Length	4"
Width	1 3/8"
Height	1 3/4"
Hallmarks	none
Artist	Debra Gasper, Zuni

Debra Gasper's work is featured in Zuni Fetishes and Carvings by Kent McManis.

Authentic Native American selenite bear Fetish carving by Zuni Debra Gasper

Inlaid turquoise eyes

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Debra Gasper, Zuni
Bear Fetish Carving

FB795 - $180 plus s/h
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Authentic Native American selenite bear Fetish carving by Zuni Debra Gasper

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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. Read more about fetishes.

Indian Bear Symbolism

Bear is considered the most powerful of all of the animals and is one of the most popular subjects of fetish carvers. Bear is a spiritual guide and represents strength and self-knowledge. He also has supernatural powers, great healing powers. Bear is a symbol deliberate action, introspection, soul and insight for the past and the future. The Bear is the guardian of the West an is one of the animals of the Six Directions.

About Selenite

Selenite is variety of gypsum Its name derives from Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon. Selenite is typically a translucent pearly white, which can resemble a moonlit glow. It is often associated with purity and clarity in various metaphysical practices. Because selenite is soluble in water, it should only be cleaned with a soft dry cloth.

Zuni Fetishes and Carvings
Types of Fetishes

Fetish Necklace

The use of small carved animals on Native American necklaces is a modern invention for the market. It is not traditional to use a fetish, per se, on a necklace or as jewelry.

Table Fetish

Table fetishes stand on a flat surface for viewing. They come in various scales with the 2-inch scale being the size most commonly sold today.

Pocket Fetish

A fetish can be carried when the power of the animal is desired to help the person with a routine task or an obstacle or problem. Pocket fetishes might help with safe travel, a successful venture or "hunt", a good yield or "crop".