Description: Since 1982, Bryans Gallery has represented exceptional artistry of the Southwest and the Eight Northern Pueblos. We have estate and contemporary paintings, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, rugs and baskets. Some of the finest rare examples of Southwestern American Indian arts and craft can be found in our gallery, a brick and mortar building in Taos, New Mexico. Our staff is knowledgeable and friendly. We are known for our customer satisfaction. Zuni fetish by Evalina Boone, hand-carved selenite Bear with inlaid eyes and spirit bundle of spiny oyster, coral and turquoise. Evalena is the daughter of well-known retired carver Lena Boone. Approx. 2 5/8" x 3/4" x 3/4". The Boone Family Carvers: Lena Boone, the most recognized name of the current Boone carvers is the daughter of Edna Leki, who is believed to have been the first female fetish carver at Zuni Is the granddaughter of the famed Teddy Weahkee, Lena’s, children, Leland Boone and Evalena Boone, carve attractive, traditional fetishes. Currently, in the early 2020s, Lena is in the process of retiring as a carver and Evalena is carrying on her legacy, producing work almost indistinguishable from her mother. Fetishes and Their Meanings...Armadillo - Slow, sure, in no hurry, gets things right, keeper of the homeBadger - Boldness, perseverance, individuality, “South”Bat -Guardian of the night, cleanerBear -Strength, introspection, power of the soul, lightens emotional burdens, “West”Beaver - Builder, strong sense of family & home, Keeper of the waterwaysBobcat - (Lynx) - Secrets, Clairvoyance, in tune with higher selfBuffalo - Endurance to overcome, great emotional courage, provider of allCoyote - Trickster, associated with laughter, humor. Works well in a groupDeer - Great power of gentlenessDolphin - Clairvoyance, trust, loyalty and the spirit of friendshipEagle -Creator, teacher, loyalty, great integrity, spirit connection to the divine. “Sky”Elk - Strength, agility and freedomFish - Purifier, character, ability to hide emotionsFox -Camouflage, protection, ingenuity, quickness, great passionFrog -Cleansing, rainmaker, silently warns of danger, associated with abundanceHawk - Messenger of the sky, observerHorned Toad -Self-reliance, longevity, protects ancestral bountyHorse - Protector of the flocks, power, swiftness, strength, enlightenment, possesses healing powersHummingbird - Messenger, stopper of timeLizard - Dreamer, conservation, agilityMole - Amplifies connection with the earth, protects the fields “Underground”Moose - Headstrong, unstoppable, longevityMountain Lion - Leadership, resourcefulness, great courage, high standards “North”Mouse - Timid, secretive, sneakyOwl - Clairvoyance, wisdom, patience, mental endurance, keeper of the nightOtter - Laughter, curiosity, mischievousRabbit - Virtue, serenity, quiet talent, restrained passionRaccoon - Bandit, shy resourcefulRam - Sense of self-worth, assures an increase in flocksRaven - Magic, trickster, teacher, hoarderSeal - Family oriented, possesses power in numbersSheep - Charity, elegance, passion, best at the arts, talents bring richesSkunk - Wary, conspicuous, intenseSnake - Transmutation, life, death, rebirthSquirrel - Natural intelligence, saver, protects reservesSwan - Grace, ability to see the future, intuitionTurkey - Smart, elusive, festiveTurtle - Longevity, fertility, symbol of Mother Earth, home and reliabilityWhale - Record keeper, carrier of history, understandingWolf - Teacher, family oriented, warm, deeply spiritual, pathfinder, “East”
Price: 72 USD
Location: Taos, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-08-27T23:16:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico
Artisan: Evalena Boone
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Native American: US
