Petoskey Stone Bear by Brion Hattie

A large Petoskey bear carved by Brion Hattie, the half brother of Jeff Tsalabutie. This rambling bear has some of Jeff's playfulness of spirit, along with simplified limbs and delicate, softly rounded turquoise* inlaid eyes. The Zuni believe the Creator made the bear to be a guardian for mankind. The bear is endowed with curative powers, strength, adaptability & courage - powers that can influence both the spiritual & physical realm.
Artist: Brion Hattie (signed)
Size: 2 in. long x 2 in. deep x 3-3/8 in. tall
#53472