Sodalite Medicine Bear by Leland Boone and Daphne Quam
A unique dark golden sienna, black, white veined, cobalt and navy blue colored sodalite medicine bear carved by Leland Boone and Daphne Quam with coral inlaid eyes. The couple added a simple offering bundle to the top of the carving featuring a clam shell arrowhead topped with two turquoise beads. The medicine bear shape is thought to resemble a cave opening - depicting a bear coming out of hibernation and the pose is the bear sniffing the ground for healing herbs. The Zuni tribe view the bear as a powerful symbol of healing, protection, strength, and introspection. As the designated protector of the West, the bear is considered a vital spiritual guide and is a source of wisdom during times of change and transition. Artist: Leland Boone and Daphne Quam (signed) Size: 1/2 in. wide x 2-1/2 in. long x 2-1/4 in. tall #65044