Strawberry
Laiwakete Zuni Horse Table Fetish
Carved from Strawberry Serpentine with inlaid coral eyes.
There is a bundle offering of turquoise, jet, and a pink mother of pearl arrowhead.
Strawberry serpentine is said to help
you find inner peace and calmness. It promotes longevity and respect for
the elderly. It is also said to protect you from snake bites.
Strawberry - Table Fetish
$62 SOLD
Material | strawberry serpentine, coral, jet, turquoise, mother of pearl |
Length | 2 1/2" |
Height | 1 3/8" |
Width | 3/4" at the medicine bundle |
Handcrafted by Zuni Bernard Laiwakete.
Gorgeous
coloration.
Great detail on the mane and tail.
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.
Many fetishes have a medicine bundle or adornment tied on the back of the horse that often consists of coral seed beads, shell heishi, feathers and other stone pieces. The style and detail of carving varies among artists but usually includes detail on the face, ears, tail and mane. Often the eyes and other spots of adornment on the horse are inset pieces of contrasting stones such as turquoise, coral and others. Read more about stones.
The horse is an animal of freedom and the Horse Fetish has the power of healing, strength and safe movement.