Petoskey Stone Bear by Ron Laahty

A big Petoskey carved bear created by Ron Laahty with gold-lip and penn shell inlaid eyes. Note: there are no fossilized rugose coral specimens in this carving - only an overall grayish brown coloration with one turquoise bead strung around the girth with sinew. 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: Ron Laahty (signed)
Size: 3-1/4 in. long x 1-1/4 in. wide x 2-1/8 in. tall
#53688