Ma-who-tee

This little gem truly captured my attention with its striking beauty! The delicate turquoise brings forth a sense of tranquility, while the carefully placed coral dots add a touch of vibrant allure to the carving. The craftsmanship is simply remarkable; intricate details bring the maiden to life, and her serene expression exudes an aura of grace and elegance. Every curve, every contour seems to be chiseled with utmost care and skill. It's difficult not to feel captivated by her enchanting presence. This carving holds a certain marvelous charm that can effortlessly elevate any space it graces. Truly a treasure worth cherishing for any art enthusiast or someone seeking to infuse their surroundings with artistic flair.

Maiden (kyatsik'i): All types of maidens are part of this collection: Corn Maiden, Grandmother Maiden, Butterfly Maiden, Maiden of Blue Corn, Maiden, etc.

Butterfly (Bu:la'kya): In its short life butterfly (Bu:la'kya) transforms from a tiny egg to a crawling caterpillar, then becomes an outwardly still cocoon until a winged creature emerges. Butterfly medicine shows us the significance of each stage of transformation. Butterfly dances on flowers, tastes nectar and flowers through its feet, sees the hidden spectrum of ultraviolet, and gracefully flies on invisible atmospheric currents, displaying balance and poise. Although butterfly looks delicate some varieties tenaciously migrate incredible distances of up to 3,000 miles. Butterfly’s element is the air, symbolic of mental realms. Our minds can go in any direction and our thoughts can take any form. Butterfly navigates this positive transformation with ease and brings powerful beauty to the world.

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