Enrike Leekya Travertine Raccoon Fetish Carving

Native Americans have used fetishes throughout recorded history. Fetish carvings are believed to hold magical powers and protect the owner or craftsmen from various problems of mind or body.

The Zuni fetish must be taken care of, and are to be given offerings of cornmeal, and kept in special turquoise-encrusted fetish pots or pouches.

Raccoon is master of masks and disguises, and teaches that no one is ever quite what they seem to be. Raccoon can guide us in choosing the appropriate roles to play and help us go in and out of the roles with ease. This Raccoon fetish is carved from travertine by Zuni artist Enrike Leeyka. Features jet and turquoise eyes and accents.

Raccoon measures is 1-1/2" long and 1" wide, stands 2" tall. Come with a certificate of authenticity.