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Zuni Lizard Fetish
Zuni Lizard Fetish

Zuni Lizard Fetish

Artist (Zuni)
Namefigurine, animal
Datec. 1980
Mediumserpentine, turquoise
DimensionsOverall: 7/16 x 2 9/16 x 3/4 in. (1.1 x 6.5 x 2 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May
CultureZuni
Inscribed"Zuni Fabian Cheama"
Object numberA1996-1-294
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand carved three-dimensional standing lizard, tail curved back over itself, with very well defined appendages, and head slightly turned; incised skin on upper surface of body, inset turquoise eyes; dark green and black, with bright blue turquoise.

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