HK Item #FO331

"Blue Note"
Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni - Beaver Carving

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labradorite Beaver Fetish carving with turquoise eyes by Zuni artisan Abby Quam Panteah

material	labradorite, turquoise, Read about stones
height	5/8"
length	1 3/4"
width	5/8"
hallmark	inscribed: CAP
artist	Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni

labradorite Beaver Fetish carving with turquoise eyes by Zuni artisan Abby Quam Panteah

Inlaid turquoise heartline.

labradorite Beaver Fetish carving with turquoise eyes by Zuni artisan Abby Quam Panteah

Turquoise eyes.

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Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni
"Blue Note"
Beaver Fetish Carving

FO331 - $45 plus s/h

Paula says - "Just an unassuming little beaver - until it catches the light just right, then out comes the blue note!"

labradorite Beaver Fetish carving with turquoise eyes by Zuni artisan Abby Quam Panteah

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.

Beaver is industrious and diligent - represents achievement, hard work and family unity.

What Does a Heart Line Represent?

The heart line is a line etched, painted or inlaid along one or both sides of the animal. It usually extends from the mouth to the region of the heart. There are many interpretations as to what a heart line represents, but it is often said to represent the pathway of the breath of the animal to the life force which is the heart. Others feel that the heart line points to the soul of the animal. It is thought that a heart line gives the fetish healing or medicinal power.

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".