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- 211020-44 Zuni Horntoad Lizard Fetish by Nelson Yatsattie 2.25"
211020-44 Zuni Horntoad Lizard Fetish by Nelson Yatsattie 2.25"
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A fine Picasso Marble Zuni Fetish Signed by Nelson Yatsattie - Horntoad Lizard; late 20th Century; 2.25" singed "N.Y. Zuni" ; Fetishes are an important part of Zuni culture. In Zuni culture a fetish represents the animal spirit thought to reside in the stone. The Horned Toad represents longevity and self-reliance. He also represents the conservation of native bounty. He is believed to empower a person or group with self-sufficiency. The horntoad is a powerful medicine animal in Zuni culture. Additionally, in many ancient Zuni stories, he is also an annoyance to the tricky Coyote, hence assisting the Zuni people.
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