It’s A Real Thing (Otters) 8cm Hand Painted Glass Ornament Designed by Artist Shelley Davies

“It’s A Real Thing” (Otters) 8cm Hand Painted Glass Ornament Designed by Artist Shelley Davies   Authentic Indigenous Art Artist: Shelley Davies Cultural Background: Coast Salish, T’Sou-ke Nation   Artist Shelley Davies It’s A Real Thing (Otters) phrase likely refers to the tangible and significant role otters play in the natural world and Indigenous cultures, which is a real and important connection. Otters hold rich and diverse symbolic meaning across various Indigenous North American cultures: Playfulness and Joy: Otters are widely seen as symbols of playfulness, joy, happiness, and a reminder to enjoy the simple things in life and find a balance between work and play. Community and Loyalty: They are very social animals, often living in family groups and holding paws while they sleep. They symbolize friendship, family bonds, loyalty, and the importance of community and social connection. Adaptability and Resourcefulness: Otters are highly adaptable, navigating between land and water with ease, symbolizing flexibility and the ability to move gently through life’s emotional currents without resistance. Good Fortune and Healing: Many tribes consider otters to be lucky animals and givers of great fortune. In some Ojibwa traditions, the otter is a messenger and associated with healing and the Midewiwin ceremonies. Varied Interpretations: Symbolism can vary significantly by tribe. While many view them positively, some Northern British Columbia and Alaskan tribes (such as the Tlingit and Tsimshian) associate river otters with ghosts or as light-hearted trickster figures, sometimes depicting them as dangerous, shape-shifting creatures. Cultural Keystone Species: Sea otters (Elakha) were historically and are currently a crucial resource for many coastal tribes, providing prized pelts for tribal nobility and meat. Their role as a keystone species that maintains the balance of the kelp forest ecosystem is also widely recognized in tribal knowledge and conservation efforts today. These glass ornaments are hand painted and are based on the artist’s original authentic indigenous art. They are 8 cm (3.15 in) in diameter and come in a box showcasing the image. Individually boxed for protection. The artist’s biography on the back of the box. The indigenous artist’s name, tribal affiliation, and title of the design appear on the box.   Artist Shelley Davies’ beautiful artwork can be found in many products, such as Art Cards, Art Prints, Mugs, Journals, Bags and more!   AUTHENTIC INDIGENOUS PRODUCT: The artist or copyright holder has been paid a royalty for the sale of this product. MATERIALS: Glass, Paint, Metal DIMENSIONS: Item Size: 8 x 8 x 8 cm (3.15 x 3.15 x 3.15 in) Item Weight: 80g Box Size: 10 x 9.5 x 10.5 cm Box Weight: 96g DELIVERY: Items in stock will be shipped as soon as possible Backordered Items may take 3 – 4 weeks to ship out Designed in Canada   For more information about Indigenous Artist Shelley Davies     A Great way to display support for Indigenous Art!