Andres Quandelacy (d): Turquoise, Bear w/ Fish Kenny Chavez earthy tones of the marble

earthy tones of the marble perfectly complement the subject matter

but the addition of a stunning turquoise inlaid necklace around its neck takes this piece to a whole new level of sophistication

captivating eyes

reflecting its strength and resilience

Andres Quandelacy (d): Turquoise, Bear w/ Fish Kenny Chavez earthy tones of the marbleKwan de lacy The use of turquoise, with its vibrant blue green hues, adds an element of natural beauty to the carving. And the way the bear is depicted with a fish in its mouth only serves to enhance its realism and storytelling quality. It's like you can almost imagine the bear catching that fish right out of the water! Bear (Anshe): Bear was the principal animal for the Pueblo People and they are the most prevalent subject of Zuni fetishes. Bear