4.7" Carved Dalmation Stone Zuni Bear

Carved Dalmation Stone Zuni Bear #344809

his is a 4.7" long Zuni bear carved from classic Mexican Dalmatian Stone, an igneous rock known for its playful cream-colored background dotted with bold black arfvedsonite crystals. The carving captures the traditional Zuni bear form with its arched back, sturdy legs, and grounded posture, while the stone’s natural spotted pattern gives the piece a lively, eye-catching character. Smoothly polished and expertly shaped, it stands securely on a flat surface and makes a distinctive addition to any collection of animal carvings, decorative stones, or symbolic bear figures.

What Is A Zuni Bear?

A Zuni Bear is a small, traditional Zuni Pueblo carving that represents strength, healing, and protection, typically shaped in a compact, stylized form with a broad, arched back, sturdy legs, and a gently tapered snout that gives it a powerful, grounded profile. These carvings are often made from stones like turquoise, jet, serpentine, or alabaster, and may feature inlaid eyes, a symbolic heartline, or a small offering bundle tied across the back. The bear is regarded as a guardian of the West in Zuni tradition, valued not only as a spiritual totem associated with courage and inner wisdom but also as a collectible work of Native American artistry.

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