Pon-chu-ella

The stone’s natural hues—rich reds, soft oranges, and earthy browns—swirl together, echoing the desert landscape from which it came. Tiny veins and specks in the sandstone add subtle texture, enhancing the lifelike quality of the carving. Set into the face are bright turquoise eyes, their vivid blue color sparkling against the warm tones of the stone, giving the turtle a watchful, gentle presence. The combination of Sedona sandstone’s earthy warmth and the striking turquoise eyes creates a piece that feels both rooted in the land and imbued with quiet vitality.

Turtle (Edo:wa): Turtle has always been esteemed because it carries its home on its back and goes with the flow of the river, not against it. In some mythologies, the first North Americans envisioned the continent as a turtle because it was surrounded by water. Turtle reminds us to respect Mother Earth.

Dimensions: Length: 3 1/2" X Width: 3 1/4" X Height: 3 3/4" Purchased