Mare of the Renaissance sculpture Star Liana York’s “Guard Duty

Star Liana York’s “Guard Duty

11 strand chrysoporase heishi beaded necklace

45ct aquamarine

the stallion is executing the most extreme movement we ask of horses

14K gold with coral or turquoise bead

Mare of the Renaissance sculpture Star Liana York’s “Guard DutyDimensions: 24"H x 21. 5"W x 12"D Weight: 35 lbs. Edition of 35 An enduring appeal of horse imagery is that it can embody both powerful male and female symbolism. The horses depicted on the ceremonial caves of Paleolithic man suggest fertility and abundance, whereas the horse in Renaissance art, once equines were developed into tools for battle, became strongly male. Once I began to consciously consider the horse as I have rendered it in my own work,