Enrike Leekya: Zuni Travertine, Horse with feathers Necklace The iridescent quality of the

The iridescent quality of the shell material breathes life into the carving

The unique markings and hues found naturally within the jasper only serve to enhance the overall beauty of the sculpture

Italian alabaster is also prized for its translucency when carved thinly

The beauty lies in the attention to detail - every scale is delicately etched into the smooth surface

The process involves carefully shaping the abalone shell into the desired form of the bird

Enrike Leekya: Zuni Travertine, Horse with feathers Necklace The iridescent quality of theLee kya Horse (Du: shi): Horse brought power to the People. After the horse arrived on the Plains, people were able to move faster with heavier burdens, they could hunt game more efficiently, and they became fiercer warriors. Horse affords mobility that gives us freedom and power, but not the power that weighs us down. We need to be mindful that the most positive relationships are cooperative ones. All participants must respect the power of others