Herbert Halate Marble Mountain Lion Fetish Carving

This elegant carved fetish from Zuni artist Herbert Halate is a lovely representation of an ancient art. Carved from marble, this mountain lion is depicted in motion carrying a prayer bundle upon its side.

In Zuni culture, each of the six directions north, south, east, west, above and below are guarded by an animal, and the mountain lion is the guardian of the north. Hand-carved with care, this exquisite fetish celebrates Zuni culture and the Native American legacy of carving.

Mountain lion measures 3-1/4" long and 5/8" wide, stands 1-1/8" tall. Comes with certificate of authenticity.