Brian Yatsattie: Quahog (Wampum) Clam Shell, Owl
Brian Yatsattie: Quahog (Wampum) Clam Shell, Owl
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Brian took a purple lip shell and transformed it into the most stunningly detailed owl I have ever seen. The amount of patience and precision required for such a delicate task is evident . Every feather on the owl's wings was carefully etched, capturing the intricate beauty of nature in its purest form.
Owl (Muhukwi): Owls can see what others cannot and this is a large part of Owl (Muhukwi) medicine. Owl’s ability to do this reminds us of the importance of both worlds: the physical as well as the spiritual, perhaps the known and the unknown. Our willingness and courage to transform the unknown in ourselves into the known is a true source of wisdom. The Zuni Pueblo people call the owl “the Night Grandfather” because he does his work at night. Clairvoyant properties and uncovering deception have always been associated with Owl. Its connection with wisdom comes from Owl’s ability to discern that which cannot be “seen.”
Dimensions: Length 3 9/16" X Width 5/8" X Height 3 1/2" Donated