Combination carving of a Bear with a Bobcat, pairings Salvador refers to as 'friends.' The belief is that these two innocent animals can truly be friends at a young stage in their lives, before they are adults. Without any preconceived ideas about who they are or what they need, there is nothing to deny their friendship. Pure innocence and joy plus a lesson for us all. 3 1/2" long and 2 3/8" tall of found stone. - $170.00

Benevolent Bear carved from appetizing lapis, offering a fish of spiny oyster shell, in a spirit of generosity and kindness. 3 7/8" long and a bit over 1 1/4" tall. - $320.00

Carved from bright green turquoise by Stewart, and set into sterling silver by his wife, Priscilla Lasiloo Quandelacy, this attractive Bear pendant measures 1 1/8" long and 1 1/2" to the top, including bail. With an inlaid red coral heartline and a blue turquoise eye, this wearable fetish will be a cherished addition to a jewelry collection. - $90.00

Ron Laahty is one of those carvers that consistently astounds us with his creativity and intricacy in carving. Although this Courtland azurite Bear has struck gold with this honey-rich bee hive, the bees are not so happy with this situation! Individual bees are masterfully carved from mother-of-pearl. Nutria agate was used to craft the honey. 4" tall and 2" long. A fantastic sculpture! - $700.00