Unknown Artist: Serpentine, Turtle Willard Laate (d) Dimensions: Length 1 1/4" X

Dimensions: Length 1 1/4" X Width 3/4" X Height 1 "

inviting all who gaze upon them to reflect on the beauty and complexity of relationships both human and animal

drawing onlookers into their depths like windows to an enigmatic soul

It's like holding a piece of nature in your palm

embodying a world where nature's dualities collide—a poignant reminder of beauty entwined with ferocity in the untamed realm of existence

Unknown Artist: Serpentine, Turtle Willard Laate (d) Dimensions: Length 1 1/4" XUnknown A turtle carved from serpentine is a beautiful embodiment of patience, protection, and deep earth energy. The stone, with its smooth texture and natural variations in huefrom soft mossy green to deeper forest tonesgives the carving a calming, organic presence. Subtle marbling or streaks within the stone may resemble ripples of water or leafy shadows, connecting the turtle to both land and stream. Turtle (Edo: wa): Turtle has always been