Paavönmanàtuy - Young Corn Plants
NC10
Gerald Dawavendewa (Hopi & Cherokee)
A couple plants seeds to grow a corn plant, A symbol of life for the Hopi people. Corn is not only an important food source but has great spiritual meaning and plays an important role in ceremonies.
This image shows a maiden who has cared for the best seeds from the past harvest. She plants them in a place prepared by her companion who uses a "hangwànpi", a digging stick. below a fish, frog, and turtle remind us of the life-giving water. Katsinam, spiritual beings watch over the couple as dragonflies play around a rain cloud which brings life to the couple and plants.
Card measures 5 by 7 inches folded (12.7 by 17.78 cm)
Blank inside for your own personal message
Printed on a heavy gloss card stock
We use smudge, fade, and water-resistant ink.
Includes a description of the artwork, information on the indigenous culture inspired by, and a biography of the artist.
Envelope and sticker included.
Packaged in a clear resealable sleeve.