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Russell Shack, Zuni - Frog Fetish Carving

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Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

materials
Acoma jet, turquoise, Read about stones
length
1 1/2"
width
1 1/8 "
height
3/4"
hallmarks
none
artist
Russell Shack, Zuni

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

Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

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Russell Shack, Zuni
"Smile"
 Frog Fetish Carving

F441 - $44 plus s/h

Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

Carved from Acoma jet with inlaid turquoise eyes and power spots.

Authentic Native American Zuni frog fetish carving by Russell Shack

 

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

Frog Symbolism

Frogs are considered a major rain-bringing animal and are very important to Native Peoples who live in an arid portion of the southwest US. Frogs also represent abundance and fertility. It is said that women become pregnant when a frog fetish is kept next to the bed - which can be a good thing or a surprise! So be forewarned!

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