Enrike Leekya Onyx Owl Fetish Carving

This whimsical Zuni owl fetish carving from Onyx by Zuni Pueblo carver Enrike Leekya has striking turquoise eyes.

In Zuni culture a fetish represents the animal spirit thought to reside in the stone. It is believed that fetishes require a meal of cornmeal and ground turquoise occasionally. Owls can see what others cannot, and this is a large part of Owl Medicine. The Zuni Pueblo people call the owl ‚"the Night Grandfather", because he does his work at night. Clairvoyant properties and uncovering deception have always been associated with Owl. Its connection with wisdom comes from Owl's ability to discern that which cannot be seen.

Enrike is a great-grandson of master carver Leekya Deyuse (1889-1966) and within Enrike's work you see the same stylistic elements of his great-grandfather whose animal figures, necklaces and turquoise figurines are still distinctive among fetish carvings and highly valued works of art.

This owl is 2" Long and 1-3/8" wide, stands2-1/2" tall. Comes with a certificate of authenticity.