Sodalite Bear by Loren Tsalabutie

A grayish navy blue sodalite plump bear carved by Loren Tsalabutie standing upright on its hind legs looking up and sideways as it lets out a bellow. We love the expressiveness of the bear's top forearms and the two white veins that add natural heart lines to the bear. The bear wears a fantastic necklace/offering bundle composed of six keshi fresh water pearls spaced out with coral heishi with a pendant of a larger branch coral bead - surrounded by two turquoise beads. The Zuni believe the bear is endowed with curative powers, strength, adaptability and courage - powers that can influence both the spiritual and physical realm. Artist: Loren Tsalabutie (signed)Size: 2-1/4 in. wide x 2-1/2 in. deep x 3-1/4 in. tall#61430