Picasso Marble Mountain Lion by Dan Quam, Deceased

A prominent gray, brown and black veined Picasso marble mountain lion carved by the now deceased Dan Quam with turquoise inlaid eyes. Dan died in October of 2021 at the age of 72. All four of the legs and feet are carved in the round and the tail curls backwards above the back of the derriere - thereby getting support from both ends. Note: Dan chose not to incise fur on this lion. For the Zuni, the lion represents the guardian of the north - he is the master hunter, revered for intelligence, prowess and strength of will. The mountain lion enjoys the prestige of being one of the most capable predators, and therefore conveys to man a spirit to refine goals, preserve, and achieve. Artist: Dan Quam, Deceased (signed) Size: 3/4 in. wide x 2-3/4 in. long x 1 in. tall #62349