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- 220729-09 Zuni Picasso Marble Bear Fetish standing on Pueblo by Herbert Him
220729-09 Zuni Picasso Marble Bear Fetish standing on Pueblo by Herbert Him
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1 3/4"h x 3 1/4" l
Herbert Him is a master fetish carver. He’s been carving for well over 25 years and is one of the few Zuni carvers to have pursuedformal art training.
While at the University, he came into contact with Alan Houser, who became his mentor and, with whom he studied for over 2 years.
Herbert is a spiritual man, a teacher. The Buffalo and Serpent sculptures below explore Zuni beliefs.
The bear is endowed with curative powers, strength, adaptability & courage - powers that can influence both the spiritual & physical realm.
Artist: Herbert Him (signed)
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