Bear Fetish

Artist Troy Sice (Zuni)

Nameanimal figurine

Date2009

Mediumantler, rock, coral

Credit LinePurchased with funds from the David W. May Endowment

CultureZuni

Inscribed"Troy Sice Zuni 09" on base

Object numberA2010-5-2

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand carved standing stylized bear made of cream colored elk antler, with head turned up and to the side, with incised smiling mouth, natural brown ears, nose, and tip of tail, black jet eyes and claws; bear is possibly in dancing stance, and is wearing inlaid necklace made of red coral, green malachite, and light blue turquoise settings.

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