Zuni Rock (travertine) Mountain Lion by Felino Eriacho

A large muted yellow ocher quarried Zuni rock mountain lion with penn shell inlaid eyes and one brown vein that runs down both sides of the lion's body creating a natural heart line. This lion was carved by Felino Eriacho and delivered to Sunshine Studio about 8 years ago. There's a hand chipped obsidian arrowhead gracing the offering bundle along with coral & turquoise beads and penn shell heishi. The final extravagance is the two inch long tail bringing up the rear. For the Zuni, the lion represents the guardian to the north & is the master hunter, revered for its intelligence, prowess & strength of will. Artist: Felino Eriacho (signed) Size: 5-1/2 in. long x 7/8 in. wide x 2-1/4 in. tall #56332