Douglas Martza: Picasso Marble, Standing Bear Raybert Kanteena with its vibrant hue and

with its vibrant hue and smooth texture

combining the elegance and purity of white marble with the vibrant hue of turquoise

no doubt about it

their bright blue color creating a striking contrast against the earthy marble and lending the snake an alert

This particular native Zuni travertine stone

Douglas Martza: Picasso Marble, Standing Bear Raybert Kanteena with its vibrant hue andMart za The bear, standing tall and poised, is carved from light brown Picasso marblea stone alive with soft swirls of cream, tan, and warm sienna. The flowing veins of the marble seem to move with the bear, as if the very essence of the land has risen up and taken form. Its body is solid and upright, a symbol of strength and alert presence, yet its smooth contours lend it a quiet grace. Set into the bears face are turquoise eyessmall, round, and