Chubby Bear

This chubby little bear was carved by Ed Lementino from dyed howlite.  We love the dark gray matrix.  It looks like it will definitely survive a long cold winter!  Perfect for a little leather bag to go with you everywhere.

Size: .75" H x 1.5" L x .675" W

Bears are the guardians of the western gate in Zuni Pueblo.  They are associated with healing at all levels, protection, and a reminder to restore oneself during the winter months.  In some traditions a part of the bear is rubbed all over infants to imbue them with power, strength, and good health.

Traditionally, Zuni carvings are symbolically fed cornmeal.   Each Zuni fetish comes in a box with a descriptive card and a tiny bit of corn meal to tide them over until they reach you.