A Warrior's Silver and Steel landscape 16” x 20” image size

16” x 20” image size

the Owl represents the soul of Ultima (the main character’s protector and curandera ) ……this being another interpretation of the significance of the Owl in cultural symbolism

Willie Nickell

Inlaid with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise

subject and composition

A Warrior's Silver and Steel landscape 16” x 20” image size48" x 24", Acrylic, gallery wrap and black floater frame A heavily beaded and quilled 1880s pipe bag held tobacco for peaceful employment of this gracefully embellished pipe tomahawk. The sharpened edge and bleeding heart design indicate readiness for battle if need be. Carried over an arm, or looped over his wide belt of prestigious German silver conchos, a Plains brave was alert to all opportunities for showing off, or a show of strength.