"A True Leader - Puuku (Horse)" - PRINT
In Native American tradition all of nature can teach us something, or provide us with something we need, mentally, physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Through this ideology, the Native "medicine" of the Horse Animal Spirit teaches us that true power is given to those who are willing to carry responsibility in a balanced manner, & that Compassion, Caring, Teaching, Loving, & Sharing make a True Leader
This Native American inspired Archival Matte Print features the image of my Original Semi-Relief Sand Sculpture titled "A True Leader - Puuku (Horse)."
Details
- Title: "A True Leader - Puuku (Horse)"
- Size: 11x14"
- Acid-Free Archival Matte Paper
- Museum Quality Archival Inks
- Acid-Free 1/8" Foam Board Backing
- Archival Quality Vinyl Storage Sleeve
- A small white border surrounds the image to allow for future matting and/or framing.
* Watermarks are used for copyright purposes and are not on the actual product.
* PRINTS ARE SOLD UNFRAMED.
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Symbolism of the Original Sculpture:
"A TRUE LEADER - PUUKU (HORSE)"
"Puuku" is the Native American Comanche, or Numunu word for "Horse." "Numunu" is the original name of the Comanche People, meaning "The People."
The Palomino Horse in "A True Leader - Puuku" is one of several Semi-Relief Sand Sculptures in my Native American Medicine Wheel series.
Horse gave our Ancestors speed and the power to carry great burdens, making Horse much honored and highly-prized. Horse teaches traits of a good Leader by reminding us that abuse of power does not lead to wisdom, & by showing us how to balance heavy workloads with the joy of play.
Horse teaches us that true power is given to those who are willing to carry responsibility in a balanced manner, & that Compassion, Caring, Teaching, Loving, & Sharing make a True Leader.
The Feather pointed down marks the Tribal Chief as a Man of Peace. The Yellow Cross on the Neck represents the Four Directions & Peace. The Red Circle around the Eye aids in the ability to see Danger ahead. The Three Blue Notches on the Nose represent the Number of War Honors. The Beaded Diamond shape on the Medicine Bag is symbol of the "Medicine Man’s Eye," for he advises the Chief in many matters.
A reproduction Stone Arrowhead is embedded at the tip of the Arrow. The Arrowhead itself represents alertness and direction. A left pointing Arrow aids in warding off evil.
A Genuine Tigers Eye gemstone is embedded in the center of the Medicine Bag. Tiger’s Eye is known to sharpen our Inner Vision with an understanding of the Cause & Effect of each situation. It encourages us to use our powers wisely, & allows information to be brought together in a cohesive whole.
** Gemstones and other "embedded" objects are NOT included with this print, only in the ORIGINAL Sand Sculpture.
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Other items featuring "A True Leader - Puuku (Horse)":
- Original Semi-Relief Sand Sculpture
- Calendar
View my YouTube Video detailing this Original Sculpture and it's Native Medicine here!
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I learned about the traditional Navajo sand art, commonly known as Sand Painting, from a Native co-worker when I was stationed in New Mexico in the 1990's. From there, I have developed my own signature sand sculpture style, which literally builds up upon the traditional technique. In respect for the origins of this art form, I have embarked upon my Native American Medicine Wheel series. In each sculpture I take an animal and attempt to help the viewer understand various Native American "medicines" through symbolism.
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In accordance with the "Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990" - This artwork is NOT Native American (Indian) produced. All references to Indigenous Peoples' are utilized in conjunction with the theme of the artwork, and is not to identify the particular artwork as being Indian-Produced.