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Gilbert Lonjose, Zuni - Howling Coyote Carving

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Zuni Coyote Fetish Carving from fish rock by Gilbert Lonjose

material	fish rock, turquoise, read about stones
size	2 3/8" tall 1 3/4" longl 3/4" wide
hallmarks	inscribed: gL Zuni
artist	Gilbert Lonjose, Zuni

Zuni Coyote Fetish Carving from fish rock by Gilbert Lonjose

Turquoise inlaid eyes.

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Gilbert Lonjose, Zuni
Howling Coyote Fetish

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Zuni Coyote Fetish Carving from fish rock by Gilbert Lonjose

What is an Animal Fetish?

A fetish is a carving of an animal that captures the spirit and the essence of the animal, not necessarily its exact detailed conformation. Fetishes are carved from many types of stone, wood, antler, shell and other materials. Often the eyes and spots of adornment, called power spots, inset pieces of contrasting stones such as turquoise, turquoise and coral.
Read more about fetishes.

INDIAN COYOTE SYMBOLISM

Coyote (Suski) is the master trickster and the spiritual brother of Raven. Although sometimes arrogant and self-important, coyote can be a great teacher by showing us how our impulsive nature or our self-centeredness fail to serve us well. Coyote is associated with adaptability, humor, survival skills, and navigating life's unpredictability.

ABOUT FISHROCK

Fishrock is a form of serpentine that polishes to a nice sheen. It is usually a buff color with darker specks but can vary quite a bit. Fishrock is a very traditional stone that has been used for carving since ancient times. Read more about stones.

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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".