I'Itoi Ki: Maze of Life with Friendship Ceremony
Gerald Dawavendewa (Hopi & Cherokee)
I'itoi Ki: or I'itoi's House refers to the Creator called Elder Brother, who travels to his home in a circular path. This path also represents a person's journey through life, each turn symbolizing a life-changing event. At the end of the path, a niche allows one to reflect on one's life before journeying to the center. Behind the pathway is a Hohokam motif representing the clouds and water vital to desert people. Surrounding the path are people in a ceremonial dance holding hands, celebrating the coming of the rains.
The artwork is printed with fade and water-resistant inks on a 6-inch (15.24 cm) square canvas with a wood frame. Print includes description, the artist's biography, and indigenous culture details. A sawtooth hanger and a resealable envelope with a hanging tab offer protection.