Evander Shelendewa, Fetish, Praying Mantis, Picasso Jasper, Zuni Hand-Carved, 3/4"

This Zuni hand-carved Praying Mantis Fetish by Evander Shelendewa is sculpted from richly patterned Picasso Jasper, highlighting the stone’s dramatic swirls of earthy browns, grays, and charcoal tones. The mantis is carved in a dynamic, low stance, its elongated body and articulated legs carefully shaped to capture movement and lifelike realism. Natural variations in the jasper enhance the creature’s form, giving depth and visual texture to the wings and limbs. In Zuni tradition, the praying mantis is often associated with focus, patience, and spiritual awareness, symbolizing harmony with the natural world. Expertly detailed and thoughtfully composed, this piece reflects Shelendewa’s distinctive craftsmanship and the enduring artistry of Zuni carving.

Size - 3/4" H x 3/4" W x 2 3/4" L

Weight - 13.9 grams