Zuni Fetish by Ricky Laahty, Turquoise Frog with Inlaid Eyes, 1.25"L

Description

Since 1982, Bryans Gallery has represented exceptional artistry of the Southwest and the Eight Northern Pueblos. We have estate and contemporary paintings, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, rugs and baskets. Some of the finest rare examples of Southwestern American Indian arts and craft can be found in our gallery, a brick and mortar building in Taos, New Mexico. Our staff is knowledgeable and friendly. We are known for our customer satisfaction.
Zuni Fetish frog by Ricky Laahty; hand-carved in light
blue-green turquoise
with double layer inlaid
eyes of mother of pearl and black onyx. Ricky Laahty is a highly
collected
Zuni fetish carver
who specializes in frogs. Approximately 1/2" x 1 1/4" x 5/8".
Fetishes and Their Meanings...
Armadillo
- Slow, sure, in no hurry, gets things right, keeper of the home
Badger
- Boldness, perseverance, individuality, “south”
Bat
-Guardian of the night, cleaner
Bear
-Strength, introspection, power of the soul, lightens emotional burdens, “west”
Beaver
- Builder, strong sense of family & home, Keeper of the waterways
Bobcat
- (Lynx) - Secrets, Clairvoyance, in tune with higher self
Buffalo
- Endurance to overcome, great emotional courage, provider of all
Coyote
- Trickster, associated with laughter, humor. Works well in a group
Deer
- Great power of gentleness
Dolphin
- Clairvoyance, trust, loyalty and the spirit of friendship
Eagle
-Creator, teacher, loyalty, great integrity, spirit connection to the divine. “Sky”
Elk
- Strength, agility and freedom
Fish
- Purifier, character, ability to hide emotions
Fox
-Camouflage, protection, ingenuity, quickness, great passion
Frog
-Cleansing, rainmaker, silently warns of danger, associated with abundance
Hawk
- Messenger of the sky, observer
Horned Toad
-Self-reliance, longevity, protects ancestral bounty
Horse
- Protector of the flocks, power, swiftness, strength, enlightenment, possesses healing powers
Hummingbird
- Messenger, stopper of time
Lizard
- Dreamer, conservation, agility
Mole
- Amplifies connection with the earth, protects the fields “underground”
Moose
- Headstrong, unstoppable, longevity
Mountain
Lion
- Leadership, resourcefulness, great courage, high standards “north”
Mouse
- Timid, secretive, sneaky
Owl
- Clairvoyance, wisdom, patience, mental endurance, keeper of the night
Otter
- Laughter, curiosity, mischievous
Rabbit
- Virtue, serenity, quiet talent, restrained passion
Raccoon
- Bandit, shy resourceful
Ram
- Sense of self-worth, assures an increase in flocks.
Raven
- Magic, trickster, teacher, hoarder
Seal
- Family oriented, possesses power in numbers
Sheep
- Charity, elegance, passion, best at the arts, talents bring riches
Skunk
- Wary, conspicuous, intense
Snake
- Transmutation, life, death, rebirth
Squirrel
- Natural intelligence, saver, protects reserves
Swan
- Grace, ability to see the future, intuiton
Turkey
- Smart, elusive, festive
Turtle
- Longevity, fertility, symbol of Mother Earth, home and reliability
Whale
- Record keeper, carrier of history, understanding
Wolf
- Teacher, family oriented, warm, deeply spiritual, pathfinder, “East”