Clissa Martin: Marble, Horse Sandra Quandelacy The serpent itself is meticulously

The serpent itself is meticulously crafted

The texture and patterns on the petosky stone give this bison an extraordinary lifelike quality

each curve glinting under light as if infused with life itself

The choice of pipestone as the material for carving gives it an earthy yet smooth texture

Dimensions: Length: 2 1/2" X Width: 13/16" X Height: 1" Purchased

Clissa Martin: Marble, Horse Sandra Quandelacy The serpent itself is meticulouslyMar tin Horse (Du: shi): Horse brought power to the People. After the horse arrived on the Plains, people were able to move faster with heavier burdens, they could hunt game more efficiently, and they became fiercer warriors. Horse affords mobility that gives us freedom and power, but not the power that weighs us down. We need to be mindful that the most positive relationships are cooperative ones. All participants must respect the power of others