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Russell Shack, Zuni - Bison Fetish Carving

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Authentic Native American Bison Fetish Carving by Zuni artist Russell Shack

material	marble, turquoise Read about stones
height	1 1/4"
length	2"
width	5/8"
hallmarks	signed: RusS Zuni
artist	Russell Shack, Zuni

Russell Shack's work is featured in Zuni Fetishes and Carvings by Kent McManis.

Authentic Native American Bison Fetish Carving by Zuni artist Russell Shack

Inlaid turquoise eyes.

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Russell Shack, Zuni
Marble Bison Fetish Carving
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Paula says - "This charming black marble bison has turquoise eyes and a textured wooly body!"

Authentic Native American Bison Fetish Carving by Zuni artist Russell Shack

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. Although carved from many types of rock, fishrock is traditional. Read more about fetishes.

About Bison Spirit Medicine

Bison was the major source of sustenance for indigenous cultures of the plains, giving meat for food, hides for shelter and clothing, and Spirit Medicine. The appearance of Bison is a sign that prayers are being heard, that the sacred pipe and Spirit are being honored. Bison signals a time of abundance, prosperity and thankfulness.The medicine of Bison is prayer, gratitude and praise for that which has been received. Bison Medicine is also knowing that abundance is present when all relations are honored as sacred, and when gratitude is expressed to every living part of creation, recognizing the sacredness of every walk of life.

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".