
Fetish Carvings
The earliest fetishes date from 600 A.D. and
were naturally shaped stones that resembled animals. Later adornments like shells
were added. Now the stones are handcarved to resemble animals. They are
considered by the carvers to be petrifications of animals and to carry that animals spirit
and characteristics, such as courage, which can assist the possessor. Several
informative books about Zuni fetishes are listed below.
Books about Zuni fetishes:
A Guide to Zuni Fetishes &
Carvings
by Kent McManis Price: $14.95
Zuni Fetish Carvings
by Dr. Harold Finkelstein Price: $7.95
The Fetish Carvers of Zuni
by Marian Rodee & James Ostler Price: $16.95
Silver Sun 656 Canyon Road
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
800/562-2036
Email: info@silversun-sf.com