Daisy Rose Leonard: Augite, Frog with Dolomite Dragonfly
Daisy Rose Leonard: Augite, Frog with Dolomite Dragonfly
Leon-ard
A captivating frog carved from smooth, earthy argillite, its form accented with striking silver eyes that bring it to life. Resting gracefully on its back is a delicate dragonfly carved from dolomite, also featuring silver eyes, creating a shimmering harmony between the two figures. The contrast of textures and subtle tonal variations highlights both the grounded elegance of the frog and the ethereal lightness of the dragonfly.
Dragonfly
(Shumak'olo:wa) Ask Zunis about Dragonfly' (Shumak'olo:wa) and they will tell you that Dragonfly is the messenger who carries prayers to Spirit World. The double-winged form of Dragonfly is sometimes referred to as the “Pueblo Cross.” Dragonfly is recognized as a sign of water, which is where this remarkable creature lays its eggs. Where there is Dragonfly, there is water; where there is water, there is life. Dragonfly is a skilled aerial acrobat, and like the mind, can move quickly in any given direction to accomplish its goal. Being mindful of dragonfly can help us guide us to our own positive and transcendent goals. The lovely, often-iridescent colors of the wings remind us that the mundane existence that we commonly accept as the only reality may be an illusion.
Frog (Da:k'yawiyo): Toad (Dakka) Frog (Dakkya) is a sign of water. Water is life. In Zuni Pueblo, frogs often appear on prayer bowls since many of the Zuni prayers and dances ask for water in the form of rain or snow. Cleansing is also a part of Frog’s meaning as well as emotional and physical healing.
Dimensions: Length: 2 1/4" X Width: 1 1/2" X Height: 7/8" Purchased
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