HK Item # F400 

"Long Tale"
Vinton Kallestewa, Zuni - Lizard Fetish

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Authentic Native American Indian Lizard fetish carving by Zuni artists Vinton Kallestewa

materials
marble, turquoise, Read about stones
length
2 3/4"
width
7/8"
height
3/4"
hallmarks
inscribed: Vinton Kallestewa   Zuni
artist
Vinton Kallestewa, Zuni

Native American Indian Jewelry and Fetish Carving booksVinton Kallestewa's work is featured in Zuni Fetishes and Carvings by Kent McManis.

Authentic Native American Indian Lizard fetish carving by Zuni artists Vinton Kallestewa

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"Long Tale"
Vinton Kallestewa, Zuni
Lizard Fetish Carving

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Authentic Native American Indian Lizard fetish carving by Zuni artists Vinton Kallestewa

Authentic Native American Indian Lizard fetish carving by Zuni artists Vinton Kallestewa

Authentic Native American Indian Lizard fetish carving by Zuni artists Vinton Kallestewa

Eyes of inlaid turquoise.

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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.

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Nurturer, Protector, Mother Energy, Mother Earth. Lizard's medicine includes connection with Great Spirit, journeys of discovery, patience, feminine strength, power to heal female diseases, inspiration, protecting oneself snd others, self-reliance, and tenacity, longevity.

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