Guardian Fetishes: The Six Directional Animals
Our friend and fetish carver Andy Abeita of Isleta Pueblo was kind enough to share some of his writings with us, and we are proud to share his rendition of the Guardian Fetishes: Six Directional Animals, with you. And so the Great Spirit... Read more
Native American Carved Stone Fetishes and Their Meanings
Native American Indians have used stone fetishes throughout recorded history; particularly those of the Southwest. These stone fetishes represent the spirits of animals or the forces of nature and are most often used in an effort to master the arbitrary and... Read more
Native American Carved Stone Fetishes: A Primer
Native Americans have created and used carved stone fetishes throughout recorded history; particularly those residing in the Southwest. A fetish is an object, typically carved of stone, rock, or antler, that is believed to have special powers. Fetishes... Read more
Native American Indian Fetishes: Importance and Creation
You may have seen them around our store—small animal figurines carved out of stone. Some have precious stone inlay, others have feathers or arrows tied to them. These beautiful, precious carvings are called fetishes and, like kachina dolls, these hand-made... Read more