Fetishes & Totems

Amber Zuni Turtle Fetish by Unknown Carver, Possibly Boone Family

A precious amber turtle fetish by an unknown Zuni carver, possibly from the Lena Boone family. Height: 9/16".

Sandra or Faye Quandelacy Fossil Zuni Double Corn Maiden Fetish

This beautiful dual sided maiden is carved by either Sandra or Faye Quandelacy.

Andres Quandelacy (d) Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Elk Fetish

Length: 1 7/16". Height: 13/16".

Sandra Quandelacy Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Double-Sided Tablita Corn Maiden Fetish

A gorgeous dual sided corn maiden of mother-of-pearl, flashes bright iridescent white on one side and gold the color of the corn on the other. They wear a tablita with carved dragonflies. Unsigned but attributed to Sandra Quandelacy.

Russell Shack (d) Black Marble Zuni Armadillo Fetish

Basically illegible, but signed. Height: 13/16".

Vintage Tom Williams (Canada, b. 1962) Wall Totem Carving (Eagle/Salmon)

Beautiful and finely carved wall totem by renowned Squamish artist, Tom Williams (Canada, b. 1962) titled, "Eagle and Salmon". It has red and black painted highlights. It is marked "Eagle, Tom Williams, Salmon" and dated 8/21/96 in pen on the back.

Andres Quandelacy (d) Gold Lip Mother-of-Pearl Little Bighorn Sheep/Ram Fetish

Here we have an adorable little bighorn sheep fetish carved from gold lip mother-of-pearl by late Zuni carver Andres Quandelacy. Length: 15/16". Height: 5/8".

Sandra Quandelacy Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Double Corn Maiden Fetish

A gold lip mother-of-pearl dual corn maiden carved by Sandra Quandelacy of Zuni Pueblo.

Ruben Najera Antler Zuni Bird/Woodpecker Fetish

By incredibly talented Zuni carver Ruben Najera. Signed and dated (2015?). Depth: 9/16".

Cellester Laate (d) Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Butterfly Fetish

Here is a lovely butterfly fetish of mother-of-pearl by the late Zuni carver Cellester Laate. Signed CL . Width: 1 1/2". Depth: 1/8".

Jonas Hustito Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Moose Fetish

Here is a diminutive moose carved from mother-of-pearl with pink mussel shell antlers and turquoise eyes, by Jonas Hustito. Length: 1". Height: 7/8".

Randy Lucio Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Bear Fetish

Here we have a diminutive white bear by Zuni carver Randy Lucio from mother-of-pearl with turquoise eyes. Signed RL.

NATIVE AMERICAN ZUNI ANTLER BEAR FETISH BY GABE SICE

Andres Quandelacy (d) Apple Coral Zuni Bear w/Fish Fetish

Andres Quandelacy (d) Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Wolf Fetish

Length: 1 11/16". Height: 11/16".

Cellester Laate (d) Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Seahorse Fetish

Here we have an incredibly detailed seahorse fetish carved from mother-of-pearl, with turquoise eyes. While the piece is unsigned, I have attributed the work with certainty to the late Zuni carver Cellester Laate, whose style this matches perfectly and who was known to have carved this animal in this material.

Zuni Fetish Native American (Deer? antler) Bird Signed

(Antler) Bird Signed.

Zuni Fetish Otter with fish in mouth Jet and Turquoise 2.4 inches

Has a couple defects-Has a visible crack in Jet along left side of face and a pit defect at the lateral aspect of the left eye and on the back of the head. See photos.

Andres Quandelacy (d) Turquoise Zuni Bear w/Fish Fetish

Depth: 1/2".

Vintage Zuni Fetish - Stone Bear w Turquoise fish - Possibly Skat ? signed

Hope you enjoy your item. I try to photo any wear to an item.

Andrew & Laura Quam Mother-of-Pearl Small Zuni Frog Fetish

Signed ALQ. Length: 3/4". Depth: 3/16".

Vintage Zuni Carved BEAVER Fetish Pipestone w/Turquoise Eyes 2.5" Artist Signed

It is artist signed on the underside Patrick Wallace, Zuni.

Sandra Quandelacy Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Double Corn Maiden Fetish

Height: 1 5/8". Depth: 1/2".

Native Zuni Carved Serpentine Bear Fetish By Saul Yuselew (D)

Zuni serpentine bear fetish carved by Saul Yuselew (D). Condition is very good with the exception of small flake on hind foot.shown in last photo. Blind bear.no eyes.beautiful carving with head turned to the side.turquoise nugget tied on with sinew.

Darren Shebola (d) Pipestone/Catlinite Zuni Dolphin Fetish

The late Darren Shebola carved this wonderful dolphin fetish from pipestone (catlinite) with turquoise eyes. Height: 5/8".

NATIVE AMERICAN - ZUNI Indian miniature badger fetish - KENNY CHAVEZ?

(signed) Nicely carved with jet inlay eyes.

Zuni Carved Stone Bison American Buffalo Fetish Turquoise Eyes and Horns 2"

Zuni Fetish Nicely Carved Stone Bison American Buffalo Turquoise Eyes and Horns. 2" long and 1" tall Unsigned~ One of the horns is broken (see Pics)

Lot 3 Vtg Zuni Carved Bear Fetishes W Offerings Native American Stone Jasper

Amazing lot of 3 vintage carved fetishes with offerings. These are from a Native American estate collection I acquired. Assume they are Zuni but you can be the judge. They have beautiful offering tied in to them with sinew. Some turquoise m, shells, beads, and arrowheads, They are in very nice condition as shown. Unsure if their age or origin but appear to be very high quality. I don’t see any signatures. Pictures do the talking. Will be selling other pieces from the same collection so check my other auctions. Will combine shipping.

Braden Gasper (d) Iron Wood Zuni Coyote Fetish

This howling wolf is carved from ironwood, with turquoise eyes and heartline, by the late Braden Gasper.

VTG Zuni Carved Minature White Stone Bear Fetish 1" Feather Native American READ

Tiny southwestern collectible.

Beautiful 3 Inch Vintage Zuni Fetish Horse Carving By Unknown

Zuni zebra stone pinto horse fetish with inlaid eyes. long.1 3/4 in. tall.5/8 in.

Randy Lucio Mother-of-Pearl Zuni Eagle Fetish

Here we have a perched eagle carved from mother-of-pearl with turquoise eyes by Randy Lucio.

Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni Picasso marble Horse turquoise, Signed

Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni - Horse Fetish. Beautifully carved with turquoise inlaid eye(s) & heartline! Light wear & marks, natural irregularities One turquoise inlaid eye is gone. See final picture for reference.

Vtg 1968 Handcarved 20.5" Tall Totem Pole Everette L. Setzer N.C. *Damaged READ*

IT IS SPLITTING ALONG THE BACK. This measures about 20½ inches tall by about 3 inches wide and deep. This is Handmade and shows signs of wear and age. It has some splitting along the back. It also has some scratches scuffs and other signs of age and wear. See all pictures for better idea of condition. Please check out my other items, Thanks

Jet Zuni Turtle Fetish

Height: 7/16".

Zuni Bear Fetish Small Pot Crushed Turquoise Cornmeal Marvelita Phillips Style

Zuni Fetish Hand Carved Turquoise Bear & Fish, Signed

Origin/Provenance: Estate sale that featured a vast Zuni fetish collection. For sale is a fabulous handmade miniature turquoise carved bear with fish. Signed: Yes, initialed to "DS" to the bottom.

Zuni Fetish Native American (Deer? antler) Humming Bird pendant

(Antler) Humming Bird pendant.

Vintage Serpentine Zuni Bear Fetish, Possibly Early Alice Leekya Homer

Width: 1/2".

Vintage Serpentine Zuni Frog Fetish

Width: 1 1/16".