Zuni Mountain Lion Fetish
Artist
Gibbs Othole
(Zuni)
Namefigurine, animal
Date2002
Mediumvarascite, lapis lazuli
DimensionsOverall: 3 1/8 x 1 3/16 x 2 5/16 in. (7.9 x 3 x 5.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Shirley Seagren
CultureZuni
InscribedGibbs Othole Zuni NM 4/02
Object numberA2002-9-1
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand carved; stylized crouching mountain lion figure, with tail up over back, actual left front paw slightly lifted and overlapping right front paw, and head bent down, with ears swept back, dark blue lapis lazuli inset eyes, and incised facial features, and claws; pale green Utah varascite body, with tan and gray matrices.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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