Marble Mountain Lion by Ernie Mackel III

An animated pink, and gray / brown spotted marble mountain lion with turquoise inlaid eyes carved by Ernie Mackel III in an animated running position. This is a carving that Ernie created and it is very popular with our valued customers. For the Zuni, the lion represents the guardian of the north - he is the master hunter, revered for intelligence, prowess & strength of will.
Artist: Ernie Mackel III (signed)
Size: 3-1/8 in. long x 3/4 in. wide x 1-1/8 in. tall
#56539