Lance Cheama: Picasso Marble, Mouse Carlton Kaamasee The coyote is carved in

The coyote is carved in a sitting posture

making you feel as if you could reach out and touch the fur

giving it natural depth and texture

and even those intimidating fangs

In many Native American traditions

Lance Cheama: Picasso Marble, Mouse Carlton Kaamasee The coyote is carved inChe ama These natural lines in the stone mimic the soft fur and agile body of a real mouse, giving the carving a lifelike sense of movement and texture despite its polished smoothness. Its body is sleek and rounded, with gently arched haunches, a pointed snout, and finely shaped ears tucked attentively forward. The tail curls and rests on top of its back, subtly integrated into the flow of the stones natural grain. What brings the carving to life are