Crystal Sacred Sun Sigil Decorated Deer Skull- Courage, Renewal

This is the second deer skull created for this collection. Over 13 hours of woodburning went into this piece. Crystal‘s used are Sunstone, peach moonstone, citrine, green aventurine, and unakite. Sigils for the Sun, renewal, and courage. All feathers were foraged.  Measures 12” x 25” DEER SYMBOLOGY- Spirituality & Divinity: Deer are often seen as sacred creatures, acting as intermediaries with the spirit world or, in some traditions, as representations of divinity, such as the Celtic god Cernunnos. Renewal & Growth: Because deer antlers are shed and regrown, they are powerful symbols of regeneration, personal growth, and the cycle of life. Grace & Gentleness: The deer's movements represent a gentle, quiet strength and the ability to navigate life's challenges with poise Innocence & Purity: Due to their timid and gentle nature, deer are frequently associated with purity and untamed, innocent spirit. Intuition & Sensitivity: Deer are highly alert and attuned to their environment, symbolizing heightened intuition and awareness. Cultural Significance: Native American: Often viewed as messengers of peace and guardians of nature. Celtic: Linked to the fairy realm and the god Cernunnos. Buddhism: Associated with the Buddha's first sermon, representing harmony and peace. Christianity: Symbolizes a longing for God, as referenced in Psalms. Folklore and Mythology: In various tales, deer often appear as enchanted figures, such as princesses under a spell, or as magical guides (like the white stag in Arthurian legend) that lead hunters into the unknown HAWK SYMBOLOGY-  Perspective and Vision: Hawks represent the ability to see the "big picture" and gain mental clarity on complex situations. Spiritual Messengers: In many Native American traditions, they are messengers between the spirit world and the living, signaling a need to pay attention to intuition. Action and Focus: They symbolize the need for focus and the power to seize opportunities with precision Freedom and Independence: As birds of prey, they represent a solitary, self-reliant, and free spirit. Protection and Power: Historically, they have been viewed as protectors, such as in ancient Egyptian and Celtic traditions.    Native American: Often seen as guardians, representing strength and acting as messengers. Norse Mythology: The goddess Freyja used a hawk feather cloak to travel between worlds. Ancient Egypt: The hawk was a symbol of protection, power, and the soul. Buddhism: Occasionally symbolizes the destructive, consuming nature of desire.