Fred Bowannie: Zuni Stone, Bear with Squirrel Bernard Laselute The flawless craftsmanship and attention

The flawless craftsmanship and attention to detail in this piece speaks to the skill and artistry of Alvin

you can feel the smoothness and weight of it

The addition of vibrant turquoise eyes brings a pop of color and a touch of mystique to the piece

capturing its essence in a way that commands admiration and respect

creating a mesmerizing contrast against the vibrant yellow serpentine backdrop

Fred Bowannie: Zuni Stone, Bear with Squirrel Bernard Laselute The flawless craftsmanship and attentionBow won knee A sitting bear carved from Zuni travertine, its rounded form radiating a calm, grounded presence. The bears honey brown eyes lend warmth and gentle expressiveness, inviting the viewer into its serene gaze. Cradled tenderly on its arm is a squirrel carved from sugar daddy stone, the lighter, creamy tones of the squirrel contrasting subtly yet harmoniously with the warm travertine of the bear. The composition captures a quiet moment of