Unique Handcrafted Spiritual Gifts by Master Artisans

Fishing Bear with Fish

Ruth Apter
Port Townsend, WA

Raku pottery
Item # OH 36
2 3/4” x 1 3/4" x 1 1/2”
Weight: 4 oz.

$33.50

The bear is respected for its power and strength and also for healing abilities. According to Ruth, "If I could be any animal it would be a bear."

Hand formed and Raku fired, this bear is a unique small sculpture that has been inspired by Inuit carvings and Zuni fetishes. During the raku process this bear has been taken red-hot from the kiln and reduction fired and smoked in a container of whole oats. This process brings out the unique colors and finishes found in raku.