Materials: Antler and Mother-of-Pearl
Age: New
Size: 2 1/4" x 1 1/4" x 3/4"
Weight: 30.6 grams
Description: This is an adorable owl by Zuni artist Craig Halloo, who is known for his owls. He is made of antler. He has carved wings and tail feathers. His eyes are inlaid Mother-of-Pearl. His beak is also Mother-of-Pearl. Around his eyes has been blackened to accent his eyes. He has notched claws and sits on a stump. He is signed C & D Halloo Zuni. To the Native American owls represent wisdom, patience and endurance. It is also the keeper of the night.
Many people collect fetishes today due to the diversity of the Zuni artisans and the meanings associated with them. Also the beauty of the stones used, which are often incorporated into the design of the animal. They are small sculptures with spiritual meaning and are portable and evoke emotion when held and viewed.
This item is coming to you from The Totem Post in Brown County, Indiana. This special business has been owned and operated by one family since 1952. Since that time, it has become well known for carrying high quality, authentic Native American Indian jewelry. We are pleased to be able to represent Native American craftsmen and do our best to give the customer a knowledgeable description of each piece. All Native items are hand-crafted and one of a kind. We believe that customer satisfaction is of utmost importance and look forward to serving all of our customers both now and in the future. Thank you for looking at this item and sharing in our long history. We welcome you as a valued customer of The Totem Post.