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Danette Laate, Zuni - Rattlesnake Fetish Carving

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Authentic Native American rattlesnake Fetish Carving of picture jasper with inlaid jet eyes by Zuni carver Danette Laate

Sunface of turquoise, coral and jet. Power spots of turquoise and jet.

materials	picture jasper, Acoma jet, turquoise, coral, Read about stones
length	2 5/8"
width	1"
height	1/4"
hallmark	inscribed; DL
artist	Danette Laate, Zuni

Authentic Native American rattlesnake Fetish Carving of picture jasper with inlaid jet eyes by Zuni carver Danette Laate

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Danette Laate, Zuni
Rattlesnake Fetish Carving
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Authentic Native American rattlesnake Fetish Carving of picture jasper with inlaid jet eyes by Zuni carver Danette Laate

Turquoise eyes.

Authentic Native American rattlesnake Fetish Carving of picture jasper with inlaid jet eyes by Zuni carver Danette Laate

Indian Snake Symbolism

For some Native American tribes the snake represents abundant rainfall and fertility and is depicted as as lightning or a lightning arrow. Some tribes use the snake as a healing image or for swiftness in battle. The snake does not symbolize anything negative or treacherous. Snakes are rarely used in Navajo jewelry but they are often seen in Navajo jewelry.

We here in Colorado live with snakes - they are part of the landscape and ecosystem. Since our climate is semi-arid, we welcome the abundant rainfall the snake might bring.

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.

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".