Mimbres Eagle Talking Stick Gourd Rattle - Extr

Stunning hand crafted Mimbres gourd rattle, hand decorated with fur and feathers and hand pained with an Eagle design. The rattle or sometimes refereed to as a 'Shaker or Talking Stick' is a very important instrument for many Indigenous cultures. They are used as dance rattles, to accompany the rhythm of the drums and for ceremonial use by Shamans. It is said that there are three kingdoms; animal, plant and mineral which is beautifully represented in the rattle. The seeds inside the gourd (sometimes stones) represent the Mineral kingdom, the feathers and suede represent the Animal kingdom and the gourd, carved wood handle and represent the Plant kingdom. Eagle painted design representing Eagles freedom, and self-expression. Eagles also have a solid connection to the element of air. This connection reminds us that we are more than just physical beings; we have a spiritual side as well. Our thoughts and intentions create who we become. They represent honesty, truth, majesty, strength, courage, wisdom, power and freedom. As they roam the sky, they are believed to have a special connection to Spirit. Stunning hand crafted Mimbres gourd rattle, hand decorated with fur and feathers. The rattle or sometimes refereed to as a 'Shaker or Talking Stick' is a very important instrument for many Indigenous cultures. They are used as dance rattles, to accompany the rhythm of the drums and for ceremonial use by Shamans. It is said that there are three kingdoms; animal, plant and mineral which is beautifully represented in the rattle. The seeds inside the gourd (sometimes stones) represent the Mineral kingdom, the feathers and suede represent the Animal kingdom and the gourd, carved wood handle and represent the Plant kingdom. What is a talking stick rattle; Talking stick rattles look like very large gourd jungle rattles with a long handle. These are widely used for rituals and ceremony. The name as it suggests refers to this rattle being passed round a ceremonial space with the person holding the rattle holds the voice in the moment. It allows others to focus and give an individual time to share. Benefits of a talking stick rattle; These style rattles are also used to mediate. When differences cannot be resolved and an individual is not heard, tribes people would call a gathering of individuals or of the village to allow unspoken words be shared. A talking stick rattle is used to allow the holder to be heard and not interrupted and then passed to the next party. Beautifully Hand Crafted Mimbres Talking Gourd Stick/ Rattle Extra Large - Eagle Design Rattle sold individually per design Size: Approx EX-Large - Length 17-19" 430mm, Gourd size 3.5-4" 90mm - 100mm x 3.5-4". 90mm x 100mm. Design: Eagle - Note Design vary due to hand painted NB: DESIGNS CAN VARY AS THEY ARE ALL ONE OFF'S (Hand Painted ) Material: Gourd head with wooden handle, suede, feathers & colourful beads Sound: Textured, gritty, rustic, coarse Use: shamanic practices, talking rattle/stick, used for rituals, ceremony, music making & altar power symbol Size and colour can vary due to this being a natural hand made product using natural materials Hand made 100% Naturally sourced and Crafted In Local Traditions Origin: New Mexico Painted with the design of ' Eagle " a common energetic power symbol used by Native Indians and many Shamanic practices.