A Native American fetish is a stone or shell carving, usually in the image of an animal. Native American fetish necklaces use small fetishes that are drilled and strung like beads with fine shell, turquoise or jet heishi in between. | Neil
Thomas - Navajo |
The centerpiece of the lower strand is a jet owl. Each animal has a mate on the opposite side of the necklace which makes for wonderful symmetry and balance!
Animals include: | Neil
Thomas Navajo $299 plus s/h | ||||||||
Paula says - "Neil Thomas is one of the most celebrated stone and fetish carvers among the Navajo. His animals have great detail, character and feeling. The stones he uses are exceptional and the colors are bright and vibrant. His work is unmistakable." | |||||||||
What is a Fetish? | ||||