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Zuni Spirit by *SnowWolfMystic:iconSnowWolfMystic:

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"Indian fetishes are hand-carved objects, which represent the spirits of animals or the forces of nature. From the earliest times in North America, the Indians have used fetishes in an effort to master the arbitrary and unpredictable forces beyond their control. The earliest fetishes are called Ahlashiwe or stone ancients by the Zunis. They were naturally formed stones that seemed to resemble people or animals, sometimes made more realistic with the features accentuated by a carver.

They are considered more powerful and were formerly thought to be ancient animals or people turned to stone. All Southwestern tribes make and use fetishes. However, the Zuni people have developed a reputation for being the most skillful in carving elaborate fetishes, which are used in their religious rituals and are an integral part of their personal lives.

Zunis believe that animals, as well as inanimate objects and the forces of nature, have a spirit force, which can either help or hurt man. It is believed that the carved animal fetishes host that spiritual force and, if treated properly, will help their owners to overcome the problems facing them."

I had a crazy dream where I was surrounded by these little guys, and had to draw this. :)

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~darkryuchan Jun 13, 2005, 3:33:06 PM
Wow, absolutely amazing. And very interesting about the Zunis and spirits and everything. Gorgeous drawing; great use of color...I'm in awe.
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~DazeWolf Jun 13, 2005, 3:38:49 PM
Wow. Gorgeous. O.o What an odd dream. >> Must be a sign.

I love the colors, beeautiful light. Amazing work.

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~wailingwolf Jun 13, 2005, 3:40:57 PM
Wow... An absolutely beautiful piece... That is some amazing color and detail. Excellent!

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~StripedTiger Jun 13, 2005, 3:47:18 PM
wow that's really good, i love the coloration :) very awesome

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*Axedrial Jun 13, 2005, 3:58:57 PM
Wow...that is just....mind blowingly spectacular :O
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~forfiwen Jun 13, 2005, 4:01:26 PM
:wow: That is brilliant!!!!!!! :D

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Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars. (Les Brown)

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I'm not strange... just unique! :giggle:
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~blumgrl Jun 13, 2005, 4:08:36 PM
Wow! This is crazy and great *_* Good job :D :D


Fetish o_x

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~ColourMeRainbow Jun 13, 2005, 4:09:02 PM
That's so beautiful! I love the colouring!
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~DrewTheWolf Jun 13, 2005, 4:27:06 PM
My God...it's so beautiful!

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