Hawiyeh-ehi: Carved gourds

There is a brief desciptions of each of the gourds, written by Hawiyehi. There are Carved Gourds, Painted Gourds, and Bread Warmers. Click on any small image of a gourd to see a larger image. If you wish to place an order, click on the price or go to the Order Form.

Image	Description & Name	Price	Shipping & Insurance

	Bison were first described by the European historian Cabeza de Vaca in 1530 and were present as far East as the Allegheny Mountains. In the summer and fall, these magnificent animals were hunted by the whole tribe, assuring even the old and weak of food supply. Archetypal Buffalo	$295	$12

	Intricately formed combinations of ancient border designs, these graceful baskets can be used for dried flowers, seeds, fruit - or just be enjoyed as Native American Art. Cherokee Basket	$325	$15

	Legends speak of a great bird in the sky flapping his wings, bringing thunder and lightning. More recently, the Thunderbird is seen as the sacred bearer of happiness. This figure is called ... Native American Thunderbird	$350	$15

	Archaeologists researching Columbus-era sites in the Dominican Republic recently discovered underwater artifacts, including several gourds, of the Taino Indian culture long thought extinct. This is a replica from photographs of the gourds. Taino Water Bottle	$255	$15

	The twelve sections correspond to White Culture's Gregorian twelve month calendar. The names of months varied among tribes but generally fit into recognizable categories of Nature, Hunting, and Planting. Twelve Moons	$325	$12