Zuni Rabbit Fetish
Artist
Dee Edaakie
(Zuni)
Namefigurine, animal
Date2002-2003
Mediumopal, turquoise
DimensionsOverall: 7/8 x 5/16 x 11/16 in. (2.2 x 0.8 x 1.8 cm)
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the David W. May Endowment
CultureZuni
Inscribedtoo small to read
Object numberA2003-4-4
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand carved tiny rabbit made from fire opal, seated on back legs, with front paws held up near mouth, as if holding an object, and ears extending back from head; stone skin is dark brown, with cream and lighter brown matrices, and having several very small and thin veins in red and blue iridescent colors; inset turquoise eyes.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.
Prehistoric
c. 1970
Unknown
2002-2003
Unknown
Unknown