Pay-nah

The smooth jet surface adds a touch of elegance, while the intricate turquoise inlay dots provide a vibrant splash of color. When I first laid eyes on it, I was immediately struck by the attention to detail - from the carefully carved facial features to the precisely placed turquoise dots. It's as if the artist captured the bear's essence, its strength and grace, in this compact carving. 

Bear (Anshe): Bear was the principal animal for the Pueblo People and they are the most prevalent subject of Zuni fetishes. Bear fetishes are used for healing, protection, strength, journeying, mothering, hunting and gathering. Bear‚ hibernation reminds us of the value of going within.