Onyx Mountain Lion by Sherdine Tsatte

A lovely green, brown umber, brown and red ocher veined onyx mountain lion with turquoise inlaid eyes carved by Sherdine Tsatte - the mother of Loren Tsalabutie. Sherdine has carved the legs as two simplified forms then added a lovely offering bundle to the top of the lion's back with sinew featuring a dark blue lapis arrowhead topped with two coral and one turquoise bead. 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: Sherdine Tsatte (signed) Size: 1/2 in. wide x 2-1/2 in. long x 2-1/2 in. long #62994